V. Orlov has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -3.7 to 31.0, with at least one match where V. Orlov was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving V. Orlov vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

D. Martin comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -0.6, meaning D. Martin has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving D. Martin vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.