A. Zakharova shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 81. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +7.3. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving A. Zakharova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

A. Bondar comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -10.2, meaning A. Bondar has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving A. Bondar vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — A. Bondar has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -35 over recent matches.