V. Lepchenko comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -4.1, meaning V. Lepchenko has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.4/10, leaving V. Lepchenko vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

T. C. Grant has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.5 to 23.8, with at least one match where T. C. Grant was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving T. C. Grant vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.