M. Soto comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -13.3 to 31.7, with at least one match where M. Soto was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving M. Soto vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

V. Orlov has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -31.7 to 16.7, with at least one match where V. Orlov was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.4/10, leaving V. Orlov vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +19 over the last five.