J. Story comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -10.3, meaning J. Story has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving J. Story vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

L. Maxted has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -16.9 to 26.7, with at least one match where L. Maxted was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving L. Maxted vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.