T. Skatov shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 449. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +6.5. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving T. Skatov vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +13 over the last five.

S. Gulin comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -7.7, meaning S. Gulin has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving S. Gulin vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — S. Gulin has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -10 over recent matches.