J. Pegula arrives in exceptional form — five wins from five, all against top-41 opposition. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving J. Pegula 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.