H. Baptiste shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 67. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +6.5. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving H. Baptiste vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +21 over the last five.

L. Samsonova comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -15.0 to 32.6, with at least one match where L. Samsonova was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving L. Samsonova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.