Samsonova Upsets Pegula | Berlin Open 2024
- BERLIN — Liudmila Samsonova pulled off a stunning victory at the Berlin open on Wednesday, saving two match points to overcome third-ranked Jessica Pegula in a grueling match.
- 20, showcased her powerful serve, delivering 18 aces against the defending champion.The match lasted 3 hours, 21 minutes on the Berlin Open's grass court.
- This victory follows samsonova's three-set win against Naomi Osaka on Tuesday.
Liudmila Samsonova delivered a stunning upset at the Berlin Open, defeating Jessica Pegula in a tense quarterfinal clash.Down to the wire, Samsonova showed amazing resilience, saving two match points on her way to victory with a final score of 6-7 (8), 7-5, 7-6 (5). This Berlin Open showdown, a highlight for tennis fans, saw Samsonova dominate with 18 aces, cementing her place in the quarterfinals. News Directory 3 brings you exclusive coverage of this thrilling match and the evolving tournament dynamics. Elsewhere, Aryna Sabalenka’s match was paused. What awaits samsonova in the next round? Discover what’s next as the excitement builds.
Samsonova Edges Pegula in Berlin Open Thriller
updated June 18, 2025
BERLIN — Liudmila Samsonova pulled off a stunning victory at the Berlin open on Wednesday, saving two match points to overcome third-ranked Jessica Pegula in a grueling match. The final score was 6-7 (8), 7-5, 7-6 (5), advancing Samsonova to the quarterfinals.
Samsonova, ranked No. 20, showcased her powerful serve, delivering 18 aces against the defending champion.The match lasted 3 hours, 21 minutes on the Berlin Open’s grass court.
“I can’t believe that I am here standing,it’s incredible,” Samsonova said after the match. “Maybe with the adrenaline right now I’m OK, but I think later it’s not going to be so OK.”
This victory follows samsonova’s three-set win against Naomi Osaka on Tuesday. The Berlin Open is proving to be a significant event for tennis enthusiasts, showcasing top-tier competition and unexpected outcomes. The Samsonova victory underscores her resilience and determination on the court.
In other action, top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka’s match against Rebeka Masarova was suspended due to a slippery court. Sabalenka had won the first set 6-2 before play was halted.
Earlier in the day, Ons Jabeur defeated fourth-seeded Jasmine Paolini 6-1, 6-3 in the second round. Paolini, who recently won the French Open doubles title with Sara Errani, was making her first appearance as that victory.She had previously lost to Elina Svitolina in the fourth round of the French Open singles.
What’s next
Samsonova will advance to the quarterfinals, while Sabalenka will resume her match against Masarova. Jabeur looks to continue her strong performance as the tournament progresses.