M. Cassone has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -2.6, meaning M. Cassone has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving M. Cassone vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

Y. H. Hsu comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -7.3 to 10.7, with at least one match where Y. H. Hsu was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving Y. H. Hsu vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.