J. Riera shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 374. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -3.3, meaning J. Riera has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.0/10, leaving J. Riera vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

A. Zolotareva comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -3.4, meaning A. Zolotareva 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. Zolotareva vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.