M. Frech has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +6.2. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving M. Frech vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

V. Azarenka comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -3.9, meaning V. Azarenka has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving V. Azarenka vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.