P. Kudermetova has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +2.1 with a downward trend. P. Kudermetova is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.4/10, leaving P. Kudermetova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

S. Kenin comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -4.5, meaning S. Kenin has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving S. Kenin vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.