C. E. Overbeck comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -5.7 to 14.1, with at least one match where C. E. Overbeck was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving C. E. Overbeck vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

P. Vives Marcos has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -10.9 to 35.0, with at least one match where P. Vives Marcos was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving P. Vives Marcos vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.