Recent form
ATP 250 men's format, with qualifying scheduled for October 17–18 and the main draw from October 19 to 22 according to the Almaty Open. The surface, round, court, and order of play are not confirmed.
The recent form, level of opponents, match load, and recovery time of both players are not officially and fully documented before October 19. Kecmanovic is described by the ATP as preferring hard courts, with the forehand as his favorite weapon.
Duckworth is confirmed as an Australian right-hander with a two-handed backhand.
