T. Maria has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -1.6, meaning T. Maria has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving T. Maria 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 -10.3, meaning V. Williams has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.2/10, leaving V. Williams vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.