S. Hazawa has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +8.0. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving S. Hazawa vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +17 over the last five.

J. McCabe comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -10.0 to 24.2, with at least one match where J. McCabe was clearly outplayed. Serve quality has been average (6.6/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability. Break point efficiency is a red flag — J. McCabe has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -34 over recent matches.