L. Staeheli comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 3. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -40.3 to 39.5, with at least one match where L. Staeheli was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.4/10, leaving L. Staeheli vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

O. Krutykh shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 646. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +6.0. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving O. Krutykh vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.