M. Linette comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -2.2, meaning M. Linette has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving M. Linette vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

V. Williams comes into this match in difficult form — 0 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -8.6, meaning V. Williams has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.4/10, leaving V. Williams vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.