Ch. Negritu comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -7.2 to 8.7, with at least one match where Ch. Negritu was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving Ch. Negritu vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

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.