R. Taguchi comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -8.8 to 14.9, with at least one match where R. Taguchi was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving R. Taguchi vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — R. Taguchi has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -22 over recent matches.

A. Ouakaa comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -18.7, meaning A. Ouakaa has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.1/10, leaving A. Ouakaa vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — A. Ouakaa has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -40 over recent matches.