Y. Starodubtseva shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 91. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -16.4 to 34.9, with at least one match where Y. Starodubtseva was clearly outplayed. Serve quality has been average (6.6/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability. Break point efficiency has been exceptional (+36) — converting opportunities and shutting down threats at the critical moments.

E. Alexandrova comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -3.6, meaning E. Alexandrova has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving E. Alexandrova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — E. Alexandrova has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -27 over recent matches.