E. Cook comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -8.8, meaning E. Cook has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.4/10, leaving E. Cook vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

V. Orlov comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -15.6 to 16.7, with at least one match where V. Orlov was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving V. Orlov vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.