S. Cirstea has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +3.9 with a downward trend. S. Cirstea is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving S. Cirstea vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

L. Noskova shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 35. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -5.3 to 22.3, with at least one match where L. Noskova was clearly outplayed. Serve quality has been average (6.6/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability.