A. Potapova shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 41. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.2 to 24.5, with at least one match where A. Potapova was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving A. Potapova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

I. Begu comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -5.3, meaning I. Begu has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.0/10, leaving I. Begu vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.