L. Samsonova comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -15.0 to 32.6, with at least one match where L. Samsonova was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving L. Samsonova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

A. Krueger comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -3.6 to 16.1, with at least one match where A. Krueger was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving A. Krueger vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.