W. Zheng comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -28.5, meaning W. Zheng has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 4.1/10, leaving W. Zheng vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — W. Zheng has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -49 over recent matches.

F. Tian has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.0 to 23.2, with at least one match where F. Tian was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving F. Tian vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.