V. Lepchenko has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -14.3 to 13.8, with at least one match where V. Lepchenko was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving V. Lepchenko vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

L. Pigossi comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -3.8, meaning L. Pigossi has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving L. Pigossi vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +11 over the last five.