M. Imamura shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 597. Dominance has been solid and consistent, averaging DS +9.9 (range: -15.7 to 31.8). Serve quality has been average (6.6/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +11 over the last five.

E. Cook comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -8.8, meaning E. Cook has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.4/10, leaving E. Cook vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.