V. Hu comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.1 to 12.8, with at least one match where V. Hu was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving V. Hu vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

M. Lewis comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 4. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -19.0 to 25.8, with at least one match where M. Lewis was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving M. Lewis vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.