T. Valentova comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.8 to 22.4, with at least one match where T. Valentova was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.3/10, leaving T. Valentova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

A. Blinkova comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -12.1, meaning A. Blinkova has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 4.6/10, leaving A. Blinkova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.