A. Ruzic comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -6.4, meaning A. Ruzic has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving A. Ruzic vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

M. Ristic has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -9.1 to 33.3, with at least one match where M. Ristic was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving M. Ristic vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +11 over the last five.