V. Erjavec comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -15.6 to 50.0, with at least one match where V. Erjavec was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving V. Erjavec vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

T. Zidansek has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -0.3, meaning T. Zidansek has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.0/10, leaving T. Zidansek vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.