B. Ellis has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -4.0, meaning B. Ellis has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving B. Ellis vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — B. Ellis has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -30 over recent matches.

J. McCabe comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -10.0 to 24.2, with at least one match where J. McCabe was clearly outplayed. Serve quality has been average (6.6/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability. Break point efficiency is a red flag — J. McCabe has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -34 over recent matches.