A. Picchione shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 429. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -3.6 to 22.3, with at least one match where A. Picchione was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving A. Picchione vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

F. Tabacco comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -1.1, meaning F. Tabacco has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving F. Tabacco vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.