R. A. Burruchaga shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 51. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -4.7 to 40.5, with at least one match where R. A. Burruchaga was clearly outplayed. Serve quality has been average (6.6/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +25 over the last five.

B. Nakashima comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +5.4. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. Serve quality has been average (6.5/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability. Break point efficiency is a red flag — B. Nakashima has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -37 over recent matches.