A. Nedic has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -18.6 to 22.8, with at least one match where A. Nedic was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving A. Nedic vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

D. Kuzmanov comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -10.7 to 26.7, with at least one match where D. Kuzmanov was clearly outplayed. Serve quality has been average (6.5/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +15 over the last five.