C. Gauff comes in with a 4–1 record over recent matches, with wins against quality opposition in the top 25 on average. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -5.0 to 18.9, with at least one match where C. Gauff was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving C. Gauff vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

E. Svitolina arrives in exceptional form — five wins from five, all against top-27 opposition. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +5.5. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving E. Svitolina vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +21 over the last five.