D. Masur has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -10.5 to 35.0, with at least one match where D. Masur was clearly outplayed. Serve quality has been average (6.6/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability. Break point efficiency has been exceptional (+30) — converting opportunities and shutting down threats at the critical moments.

L. Castagnola comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -10.6, meaning L. Castagnola has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.3/10, leaving L. Castagnola vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.