K. Uchida comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -7.6, meaning K. Uchida has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving K. Uchida vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +11 over the last five.

R. Noguchi shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 302. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -19.2 to 17.4, with at least one match where R. Noguchi was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving R. Noguchi vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.