A. Shevchenko comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -3.3, meaning A. Shevchenko has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving A. Shevchenko vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — A. Shevchenko has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -13 over recent matches.

T. Zink shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 429. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -19.6 to 29.4, with at least one match where T. Zink was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving T. Zink vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.