A. Santillan comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -9.9 to 23.4, with at least one match where A. Santillan was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving A. Santillan vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

M. H. Rehberg has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +5.4. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. Serve quality has been average (6.6/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability. Break point efficiency has been exceptional (+42) — converting opportunities and shutting down threats at the critical moments.