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.

L. Zhu has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +5.2. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving L. Zhu vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +22 over the last five.