L. Tu shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 323. 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.

N. Nakagawa comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +3.8 with a downward trend. N. Nakagawa is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.5/10, leaving N. Nakagawa vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — N. Nakagawa has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -28 over recent matches.