A. Zakharova comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -15.9, meaning A. Zakharova has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.0/10, leaving A. Zakharova 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.