M. Andreeva has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -6.6 to 44.0, with at least one match where M. Andreeva was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving M. Andreeva vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +18 over the last five.

Y. Starodubtseva has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +7.4. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving Y. Starodubtseva vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency has been exceptional (+26) — converting opportunities and shutting down threats at the critical moments.