S. Saito comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +0.3 with a downward trend. S. Saito is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.3/10, leaving S. Saito vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

D. Galfi arrives in exceptional form — five wins from five. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving D. Galfi vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.