E. Kazionova comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -3.5, meaning E. Kazionova has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.2/10, leaving E. Kazionova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — E. Kazionova has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -25 over recent matches.

D. Plekhanova comes into this match in difficult form — 3 wins from the last 4. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -22.1 to 27.1, with at least one match where D. Plekhanova was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving D. Plekhanova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +10 over the last five.