RFI gap, recent form, and head-to-head
Close match: a 3-0 is possible, but no single score is likely
Last 5 matches: Doug McFarlane 5-0, Michael Smith 4-1. Compared with the ratings alone, that raises Doug McFarlane's chance.
Head-to-head results move this toward Doug McFarlane.
Total H2H: 1
| Date | Result | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 20, 2026 | ← Doug Won | 15-8, 15-12 |