K. Rakhimova comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -13.1 to 25.8, with at least one match where K. Rakhimova was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.4/10, leaving K. Rakhimova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

M. Timofeeva has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -8.8 to 21.2, with at least one match where M. Timofeeva was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving M. Timofeeva vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.