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 5.7/10, leaving T. Pereira vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

F. Sun has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +6.0. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. Serve quality has been average (6.5/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability.