A. Fils arrives in exceptional form — five wins from five, all against top-28 opposition. Serve quality has been average (6.7/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability.

I. Buse comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -10.6 to 16.1, with at least one match where I. Buse was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving I. Buse vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.