D. J. Kim comes into this match in difficult form — 0 wins from the last 2. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -11.6, meaning D. J. Kim has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.1/10, leaving D. J. Kim vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — D. J. Kim has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -12 over recent matches.

H. Shiraishi comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -6.8 to 12.2, with at least one match where H. Shiraishi was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving H. Shiraishi vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — H. Shiraishi has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -10 over recent matches.