T. Valentova has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -5.8 to 20.0, with at least one match where T. Valentova was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving T. Valentova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +11 over the last five.

C. Liu comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -8.1 to 13.5, with at least one match where C. Liu was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving C. Liu vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +17 over the last five.