M. Kobori comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -7.5, meaning M. Kobori has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.2/10, leaving M. Kobori vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

V. Podrez has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -31.0 to 35.0, with at least one match where V. Podrez was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving V. Podrez vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.