S. Zhang comes into this match in difficult form — 0 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -14.5, meaning S. Zhang has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.2/10, leaving S. Zhang vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

L. Noskova has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -11.8 to 12.9, with at least one match where L. Noskova was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving L. Noskova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +13 over the last five.