R. Masarova has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.4 to 22.0, with at least one match where R. Masarova was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving R. Masarova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

E. R. Bertea comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -12.8, meaning E. R. Bertea has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 4.9/10, leaving E. R. Bertea vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.