T. Korpatsch has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -19.3 to 17.6, with at least one match where T. Korpatsch was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving T. Korpatsch vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +16 over the last five.

M. Timofeeva comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -8.8 to 21.2, with at least one match where M. Timofeeva was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving M. Timofeeva vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.