K. Nishikori comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -9.6 to 18.4, with at least one match where K. Nishikori was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving K. Nishikori vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

K. Uchida comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -6.0, meaning K. Uchida has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving K. Uchida vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.