E. Lys comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -4.9, meaning E. Lys has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.1/10, leaving E. Lys vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

Y. Starodubtseva shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 63. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -22.1 to 37.0, with at least one match where Y. Starodubtseva was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving Y. Starodubtseva vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — Y. Starodubtseva has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -10 over recent matches.