A. Zakharova comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -10.3, meaning A. Zakharova has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving A. Zakharova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

L. Tararudee arrives in exceptional form — five wins from five. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +5.2. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving L. Tararudee vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.