J. Faria shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 261. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +6.4. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving J. Faria vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

R. Safiullin shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 635. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -7.4 to 11.5, with at least one match where R. Safiullin was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving R. Safiullin vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — R. Safiullin has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -19 over recent matches.