V. Zvonareva comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -1.9, meaning V. Zvonareva has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving V. Zvonareva vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

E. Kalieva has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.8 to 15.9, with at least one match where E. Kalieva was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving E. Kalieva vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — E. Kalieva has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -15 over recent matches.