P. Sakamoto has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -11.8 to 37.3, with at least one match where P. Sakamoto was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving P. Sakamoto vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

S. Palosi shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 481. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -24.5 to 19.6, with at least one match where S. Palosi was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving S. Palosi vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.