A. Gamretkaia comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 4.

L. Hietaranta shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 463. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -11.5, meaning L. Hietaranta has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.2/10, leaving L. Hietaranta vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.