J. Ostapenko has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -19.0 to 28.1, with at least one match where J. Ostapenko was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving J. Ostapenko vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

G. Ruse comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -8.2 to 24.7, with at least one match where G. Ruse was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving G. Ruse vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.