T. Schoolkate has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -6.3 to 7.4, with at least one match where T. Schoolkate was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving T. Schoolkate vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

B. Zhukayev has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +6.2. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.5/10, leaving B. Zhukayev vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.