R. Masarova comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -8.0 to 22.0, with at least one match where R. Masarova was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving R. Masarova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — R. Masarova has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -12 over recent matches.

D. Semenistaja has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +2.1 with a downward trend. D. Semenistaja is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving D. Semenistaja vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.