D. Kasatkina comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.0 to 14.8, with at least one match where D. Kasatkina was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.2/10, leaving D. Kasatkina vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

J. Cristian comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -6.2, meaning J. Cristian has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving J. Cristian vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.