T. M. Etcheverry has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -10.8 to 13.8, with at least one match where T. M. Etcheverry was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving T. M. Etcheverry vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

A. Fils arrives in exceptional form — five wins from five, all against top-47 opposition. Serve quality has been average (6.7/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability.