E. Mertens comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +6.6. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving E. Mertens vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

E. Jacquemot comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -9.7, meaning E. Jacquemot has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.2/10, leaving E. Jacquemot vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.