R. Collignon has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -15.1 to 11.4, with at least one match where R. Collignon was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving R. Collignon vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — R. Collignon has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -18 over recent matches.

L. Darderi comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -8.0 to 15.4, with at least one match where L. Darderi was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving L. Darderi vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.