M. Mrva comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -0.7, meaning M. Mrva has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving M. Mrva vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

E. Butvilas comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.2 to 31.8, with at least one match where E. Butvilas was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving E. Butvilas vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — E. Butvilas has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -21 over recent matches.