D. Astakhova comes into this match in difficult form — 0 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -19.0, meaning D. Astakhova has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 4.8/10, leaving D. Astakhova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — D. Astakhova has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -32 over recent matches.

C. Paquet comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +0.5 with a downward trend. C. Paquet is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving C. Paquet vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.