M. Kessler has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +1.6 with a downward trend. M. Kessler is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving M. Kessler vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

Y. Starodubtseva shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 63. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -22.1 to 37.0, with at least one match where Y. Starodubtseva was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving Y. Starodubtseva vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — Y. Starodubtseva has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -10 over recent matches.