L. Zhu has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +5.2. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving L. Zhu vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +22 over the last five.

S. Cirstea has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -6.4 to 11.5, with at least one match where S. Cirstea was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving S. Cirstea vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.