M. Leonard comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -5.3, meaning M. Leonard has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.1/10, leaving M. Leonard vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

L. Nguyen Tan comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 2. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving L. Nguyen Tan vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency has been exceptional (+30) — converting opportunities and shutting down threats at the critical moments.