I. Jovic has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +2.6 with a downward trend. I. Jovic is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving I. Jovic vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

B. Krejcikova comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +6.7. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving B. Krejcikova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.