K. Boulter comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.9 to 16.9, with at least one match where K. Boulter was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving K. Boulter vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — K. Boulter has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -11 over recent matches.

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.