R. Taguchi comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -8.8 to 14.9, with at least one match where R. Taguchi was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving R. Taguchi vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — R. Taguchi has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -22 over recent matches.

J. Watt has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +5.7. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.5/10, leaving J. Watt vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — J. Watt has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -26 over recent matches.