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.

L. Samsonova comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -3.5, meaning L. Samsonova has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.3/10, leaving L. Samsonova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.