I. Simakin has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -17.3 to 19.2, with at least one match where I. Simakin was clearly outplayed. Serve quality has been average (6.6/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability.

P. Sekulic comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -8.5 to 23.2, with at least one match where P. Sekulic was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving P. Sekulic vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.