V. Lepchenko comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -7.2, meaning V. Lepchenko has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.4/10, leaving V. Lepchenko vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — V. Lepchenko has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -20 over recent matches.

E. Kalieva has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -1.5 to 27.8, with at least one match where E. Kalieva was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving E. Kalieva vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.