S. Zhang comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -3.7, meaning S. Zhang has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving S. Zhang vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +21 over the last five.

Y. Starodubtseva comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -7.8 to 4.0, with at least one match where Y. Starodubtseva was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving Y. Starodubtseva vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +20 over the last five.