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.

S. Xu comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 3. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -3.8, meaning S. Xu has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving S. Xu vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.