Seda Noorlander defeated Marion Maruska 6-3 6-2 in the Ettenheim 50K round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Marion Maruska came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Seda Noorlander claimed a first win over Marion Maruska in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996-10-28 | Edinburgh 25K | QF | hard | Marion Maruska | 0-6 6-3 6-4 |
| 1996-03-19 | Reims 25K | R16 | clay | Marion Maruska | 6-1 6-2 |
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