J. Faria comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -5.0, meaning J. Faria has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving J. Faria vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

T. Pereira comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -26.1 to 46.5, with at least one match where T. Pereira was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving T. Pereira vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.