S. Kozlov has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -8.4 to 19.3, with at least one match where S. Kozlov was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving S. Kozlov vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — S. Kozlov has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -14 over recent matches.

N. Hardt shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 261. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -10.0 to 25.8, with at least one match where N. Hardt was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving N. Hardt vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency has been exceptional (+41) — converting opportunities and shutting down threats at the critical moments.