K. Volynets has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -6.4 to 25.3, with at least one match where K. Volynets was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving K. Volynets vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +11 over the last five.

L. Zhu has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +1.8 with a downward trend. L. Zhu is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving L. Zhu vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +18 over the last five.