M. Dodig shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 306. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -18.3 to 15.6, with at least one match where M. Dodig was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.5/10, leaving M. Dodig vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +24 over the last five.

Z. Kolar comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -4.6, meaning Z. Kolar has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving Z. Kolar vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — Z. Kolar has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -19 over recent matches.