R. Masarova has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +5.3. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving R. Masarova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

L. Glushko comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -13.7, meaning L. Glushko has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 4.8/10, leaving L. Glushko vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — L. Glushko has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -33 over recent matches.