M. Ristic has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -4.2 to 20.4, with at least one match where M. Ristic was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving M. Ristic vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

A. Ibragimova comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +1.6 with a downward trend. A. Ibragimova is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.4/10, leaving A. Ibragimova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.