M. Yamaguchi has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -4.8 to 7.2, with at least one match where M. Yamaguchi was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving M. Yamaguchi vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

T. Townsend has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +4.7 with a downward trend. T. Townsend is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving T. Townsend vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +13 over the last five.