V. Royer comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -8.5 to 12.2, with at least one match where V. Royer was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving V. Royer vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +18 over the last five.

T. A. Tirante has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +1.2 with a downward trend. T. A. Tirante is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving T. A. Tirante vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency has been exceptional (+53) — converting opportunities and shutting down threats at the critical moments.