J. P. Ficovich has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Dominance has been solid and consistent, averaging DS +9.2 (range: -2.4 to 31.5). The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving J. P. Ficovich vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

T. McCormick comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -13.1 to 15.8, with at least one match where T. McCormick was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving T. McCormick vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.