M. Stakusic comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +2.2 with a downward trend. M. Stakusic is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving M. Stakusic vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

V. Lepchenko has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -1.2, meaning V. Lepchenko has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving V. Lepchenko vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.