A. Bublik comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -13.6 to 10.9, with at least one match where A. Bublik was clearly outplayed. Serve quality has been average (6.6/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability.

J. Duckworth shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 336. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -5.9 to 19.6, with at least one match where J. Duckworth was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving J. Duckworth vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +24 over the last five.