Z. Zhang comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -2.9, meaning Z. Zhang has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving Z. Zhang vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — Z. Zhang has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -13 over recent matches.

S. Baez comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -6.9, meaning S. Baez has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving S. Baez vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency has been exceptional (+28) — converting opportunities and shutting down threats at the critical moments.