B. Shelton shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 38. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -4.9 to 6.5, with at least one match where B. Shelton was clearly outplayed. Serve quality has been average (6.7/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability.

R. Opelka comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -10.1 to 20.5, with at least one match where R. Opelka was clearly outplayed. Serve quality has been average (6.9/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability.