M. Lajal has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -9.9 to 17.9, with at least one match where M. Lajal was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving M. Lajal vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +15 over the last five.

P. Kotov shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 226. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -1.8 to 4.5, with at least one match where P. Kotov was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving P. Kotov vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.