D. Salkova has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -9.4 to 10.8, with at least one match where D. Salkova was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving D. Salkova 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.