E. Couacaud has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +3.7 with a downward trend. E. Couacaud is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving E. Couacaud vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

R. Catry comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -9.1 to 29.3, with at least one match where R. Catry was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving R. Catry vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +16 over the last five.