C. Liu comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -11.5 to 13.5, with at least one match where C. Liu was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving C. Liu vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

L. Pigato shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 158. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -15.4 to 15.9, with at least one match where L. Pigato was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving L. Pigato vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.