Liudmila Samsonova defeated Victoria Azarenka 6-4 6-2 in the Berlin semi-final on grass. The result followed the form book — Liudmila Samsonova came in ranked #37, leading the head-to-head 1–0. Liudmila Samsonova extended the head-to-head to 2–0.
Samsonova L. took it in straight sets.
Samsonova L. and Azarenka V. faced 2 of the same opponents in the last 12 months. Samsonova L. went 1–1 (50%) against them, Azarenka V. 2–0 (100%).
Only 2 common opponents — too few for any conclusion. Shown without assessment.