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.

P. Stearns comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -6.6 to 26.9, with at least one match where P. Stearns was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving P. Stearns vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +24 over the last five.