M. Kessler has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -11.9 to 19.2, with at least one match where M. Kessler was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving M. Kessler vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

Y. Putintseva has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -3.7, meaning Y. Putintseva has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving Y. Putintseva vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.