N. Rodrigues comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -3.8, meaning N. Rodrigues has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving N. Rodrigues vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

J. Pereira comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -9.1 to 20.4, with at least one match where J. Pereira was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving J. Pereira vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.