D. Astakhova comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -10.0, meaning D. Astakhova has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.2/10, leaving D. Astakhova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — D. Astakhova has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -31 over recent matches.

L. Pigato comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -25.0 to 32.6, with at least one match where L. Pigato was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving L. Pigato vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — L. Pigato has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -13 over recent matches.