J. M. Cerundolo has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -18.4 to 21.9, with at least one match where J. M. Cerundolo was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving J. M. Cerundolo vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

L. Darderi comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -2.6, meaning L. Darderi has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving L. Darderi vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.