R. Noguchi has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -10.8 to 14.8, with at least one match where R. Noguchi was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving R. Noguchi vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

J. Cui has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -3.3, meaning J. Cui has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving J. Cui vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.