V. Lepchenko comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -1.1, meaning V. Lepchenko has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.3/10, leaving V. Lepchenko vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

C. Ansari comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 4. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -2.4, meaning C. Ansari has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving C. Ansari vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +17 over the last five.