A. Zakharova comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -15.9, meaning A. Zakharova has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.0/10, leaving A. Zakharova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

C. Paquet comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -16.5 to 39.8, with at least one match where C. Paquet was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving C. Paquet vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +15 over the last five.