A. Kachmazov comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -6.3, meaning A. Kachmazov has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving A. Kachmazov vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — A. Kachmazov has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -17 over recent matches.

T. Skatov comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -9.0 to 16.5, with at least one match where T. Skatov was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving T. Skatov vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.