Y. Shimizu has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +2.2 with a downward trend. Y. Shimizu is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving Y. Shimizu vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

J. M. Cerundolo has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -11.6 to 21.9, with at least one match where J. M. Cerundolo was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving J. M. Cerundolo vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +20 over the last five.