M. Shin comes into this match in difficult form — 0 wins from the last 2. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -16.4, meaning M. Shin has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.1/10, leaving M. Shin vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

D. Ostapenkov has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +3.7 with a downward trend. D. Ostapenkov is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving D. Ostapenkov vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.