P. Kvitova comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -13.2, meaning P. Kvitova has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.2/10, leaving P. Kvitova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

I. Begu arrives in exceptional form — five wins from five. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving I. Begu vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +19 over the last five.