B. Andreescu comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -7.4 to 9.3, with at least one match where B. Andreescu was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving B. Andreescu 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.