A. Potapova shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 75. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +7.5. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving A. Potapova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

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.