Mertens is ranked WTA: 14., and Fernandez is ranked WTA: 25..
The recent form of both competitors has been marked by mixed results.
Mertens could enjoy a physical edge thanks to more rest days ahead of this match.
The probabilities of winning are closely matched between the two contenders.
In the last 3 head-to-head meetings, Mertens has recorded 2 wins, 0 draws, and 1 loss, with a goal aggregate of 4:2 (averaging 1.3:0.7 goals per game).