E. Alexandrova comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -22.1 to 20.0, with at least one match where E. Alexandrova was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving E. Alexandrova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — E. Alexandrova has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -16 over recent matches.

L. Noskova has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +2.3 with a downward trend. L. Noskova is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving L. Noskova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.