V. Royer has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -6.2, meaning V. Royer has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.4/10, leaving V. Royer vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

T. Pereira comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -26.1 to 46.5, with at least one match where T. Pereira was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving T. Pereira vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.