F. Tian has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.0 to 23.2, with at least one match where F. Tian was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving F. Tian vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

V. Erjavec comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +6.4. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving V. Erjavec vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.