F. Passaro comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -10.3 to 8.1, with at least one match where F. Passaro was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving F. Passaro vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

M. Cecchinato shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 457. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -14.7 to 38.3, with at least one match where M. Cecchinato was clearly outplayed. Serve quality has been average (7.2/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +17 over the last five.