H. Matsuoka comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.8 to 16.0, with at least one match where H. Matsuoka was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving H. Matsuoka vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

L. Tu shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 338. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -2.3 to 8.7, with at least one match where L. Tu was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving L. Tu vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.