S. Costoulas comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -13.5 to 26.0, with at least one match where S. Costoulas was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving S. Costoulas vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

F. Ferro shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 152. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +5.1. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving F. Ferro vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.