Q. Zheng has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.9 to 16.8, with at least one match where Q. Zheng was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving Q. Zheng 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 -2.1, 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.