M. Timofeeva comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -8.8 to 21.2, with at least one match where M. Timofeeva was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving M. Timofeeva vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

A. Charaeva comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -2.7, meaning A. Charaeva has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving A. Charaeva vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.