M. Bouzkova has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -14.1 to 11.1, with at least one match where M. Bouzkova was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving M. Bouzkova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +10 over the last five.

T. Townsend comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -13.0 to 25.8, with at least one match where T. Townsend was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving T. Townsend vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.