M. Sharipov has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -13.0 to 14.8, with at least one match where M. Sharipov was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving M. Sharipov vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

Y. Uchiyama has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -5.5 to 42.5, with at least one match where Y. Uchiyama was clearly outplayed. Serve quality has been average (6.6/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability.