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.

S. Tsitsipas comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -4.7, meaning S. Tsitsipas has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving S. Tsitsipas vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.