S. Kraus shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 94. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +0.8 with a downward trend. S. Kraus is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.3/10, leaving S. Kraus vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

O. Selekhmeteva comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -0.1, meaning O. Selekhmeteva has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.2/10, leaving O. Selekhmeteva vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.