D. Kasatkina comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.0 to 14.8, with at least one match where D. Kasatkina was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.2/10, leaving D. Kasatkina vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

S. Kenin comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -1.7, meaning S. Kenin has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving S. Kenin vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.