M. Uchijima has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.2 to 16.2, with at least one match where M. Uchijima was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.4/10, leaving M. Uchijima vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

R. Sramkova comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -7.0 to 4.3, with at least one match where R. Sramkova was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving R. Sramkova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +11 over the last five.