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.

F. Passaro comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -10.3 to 8.1, with at least one match where F. Passaro was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving F. Passaro vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.