L. Fernandez has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -11.0 to 17.6, with at least one match where L. Fernandez was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving L. Fernandez vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +13 over the last five.

L. Cortez Llorca comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -24.5 to 38.6, with at least one match where L. Cortez Llorca was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.3/10, leaving L. Cortez Llorca vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.