L. Ma has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -21.9 to 30.1, with at least one match where L. Ma was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving L. Ma vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +16 over the last five.

A. Oktiabreva has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +5.1. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.2/10, leaving A. Oktiabreva vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.