S. Sierra comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -15.9, meaning S. Sierra has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.1/10, leaving S. Sierra vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

C. Markus has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -16.8 to 34.1, with at least one match where C. Markus was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving C. Markus vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.