T. Barrios Vera comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -8.6 to 12.7, with at least one match where T. Barrios Vera was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving T. Barrios Vera vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

M. Zheng has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -2.7, meaning M. Zheng has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving M. Zheng vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.