L. Darderi has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -22.0 to 18.4, with at least one match where L. Darderi was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving L. Darderi vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +14 over the last five.

A. Zverev comes in with a 4–1 record over recent matches, with wins against quality opposition in the top 29 on average. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -37.8 to 17.6, with at least one match where A. Zverev was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving A. Zverev vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency has been exceptional (+30) — converting opportunities and shutting down threats at the critical moments.