M. Gengel shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 479. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving M. Gengel vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

H. Matsuoka has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -1.4, meaning H. Matsuoka has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving H. Matsuoka vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.