Ilay Yoruk defeated Sonja Zhiyenbayeva 6-3 7-5 in the W100 Versmold 1 qualifying round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Sonja Zhiyenbayeva came in ranked #387, leading the head-to-head 2–0. Ilay Yoruk claimed a first win over Sonja Zhiyenbayeva in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-04-14 | W15 Antalya 9 | F | clay | Sonja Zhiyenbayeva | 7-6(4) 6-4 |
| 2024-01-31 | W15 Antalya 2 | R32 | clay | Sonja Zhiyenbayeva | 6-3 6-7(8) 6-2 |
Averages over each player's completed matches in the selected window (200 vs 67). ATP, WTA & Challenger.
Yoruk I.: 2 days rest · 2 matches, 29 games (7d). Higher means fresher. About
Each player's serve crossed against the other's return, converted to expected hold of serve. Recent completed matches, ATP, WTA & Challenger. About