J. Rodionov shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 281. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +7.7. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving J. Rodionov vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +11 over the last five.

T. Skatov comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.7 to 20.8, with at least one match where T. Skatov was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving T. Skatov vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — T. Skatov has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -32 over recent matches.