S. Shimabukuro has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -16.7 to 17.3, with at least one match where S. Shimabukuro was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving S. Shimabukuro vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

M. Giron comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -5.6 to 7.1, with at least one match where M. Giron was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving M. Giron vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — M. Giron has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -12 over recent matches.