T. Townsend comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -13.0 to 25.8, with at least one match where T. Townsend was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving T. Townsend vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

S. Saito comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +0.3 with a downward trend. S. Saito is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.3/10, leaving S. Saito vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.