L. Havlickova has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +6.7. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving L. Havlickova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +18 over the last five.

M. Ristic has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -4.2 to 20.4, with at least one match where M. Ristic was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving M. Ristic vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.