Leylah Fernandez def. Liudmila Samsonova
5-7 7-5 6-3
Leylah Fernandez defeated Liudmila Samsonova 5-7 7-5 6-3 in the 2026 Dubai Tennis Championships first round on hard courts on February 15, 2026.
Match Information
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Player Comparison
| Field | Leylah Fernandez | Liudmila Samsonova |
|---|---|---|
| Country | CAN | RUS |
| Birth date | Sep 6, 2002 | Nov 11, 1998 |
| Age | 23 | 27 |
| Height | 168 cm | 182 cm |
| Handedness | Left-Handed | Right-Handed |
| Backhand style | Two-Handed Backhand | Two-Handed Backhand |
| Ranking (entering) | 27 | 17 |
| Ranking points (entering) | 1,653 | 2,116 |
| Elo (entering) | 1,819 | 1,817 |
| Current career W-L | 152–125 | 165–137 |
| Current career earnings | $8,450,870 | $9,104,511 |
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