M. Lajal has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +6.3. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving M. Lajal vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

A. Vatutin has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -11.7 to 14.5, with at least one match where A. Vatutin was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving A. Vatutin vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.