Simona Iulia Matei defeated Magda Mihalache 6-0 4-6 6-2 in the Monteroni D`Arbia 25K round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Magda Mihalache came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Simona Iulia Matei claimed a first win over Magda Mihalache in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006-02-13 | Stockholm 25K | R32 | hard | Magda Mihalache | 6-7(3) 6-0 6-0 |
| 2004-10-04 | Lagos 1 25K | QF | hard | Magda Mihalache | 6-7(3) 6-4 6-0 |