L. Havlickova comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 4. Dominance has been solid and consistent, averaging DS +10.3 (range: -11.6 to 38.3). The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving L. Havlickova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +12 over the last five.

M. Ristic has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +7.2. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving M. Ristic vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — M. Ristic has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -15 over recent matches.