C. Huertas Del Pino shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 542. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -5.2 to 10.5, with at least one match where C. Huertas Del Pino was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving C. Huertas Del Pino vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

P. Sakamoto comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +6.1. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving P. Sakamoto vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.