19.07.2026 • Updated: 20.07.2026

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WTA Hamburg

D. Semenistaja vs S. Kraus Match result — 20.07.2026

John Kane Football Edge Director

WTA - 112

D. Semenistaja - S. Kraus

WTA Hamburg 1/16-finals

July 20, 2026 • 10:00

0—0

Days

Hours

Minutes

Seconds

WTA - 103

Tennis Head-to-Head and Recent Matches

Total games 2

H2H W-L 0-0-2

Avg sets per match 2.00

Last 5 W-L 0-2

Last 3 W-L 0-2

Current streak L2

Sets balance 0

Avg sets (last 5) 2.00

Sets range 2-2

3-set matches 0 (0%)

2-0 / 2-1 split 0/0 • 2/0

0% 0 Wins

0% 0 Draws

100% 2 Wins

Last 2 matches

Date

Match

Score

Tournament

Surface

17 Apr 2026

D. Semenistaja - S. Kraus

0:2 (3-6, 2-6)

Oeiras

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17 Mar 2026

D. Semenistaja - S. Kraus

0:2 (2-6, 3-6)

WTA Miami

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D. Semenistaja

Player Overview

Daria Semenistaja has struggled to find her footing on the tour recently, with a career baseline win percentage around 56% on hard courts and a declining trend in her current two-year performance. Her Elo rating suggests she has typically been a competitive player, but her recent form shows a stark contrast, evidenced by her inability to secure wins, particularly in high-stakes matches.

Match results: D. Semenistaja

14 Jul 2026 Rome

J. Riera

D. Semenistaja

2 1

6 1

4 6

6 1

6 Jul 2026 Bastad

L. Romero Gormaz

D. Semenistaja

2 1

6 2

2 6

6 2

29 Jun 2026 WTA Wimbledon

A. Ruzic

D. Semenistaja

2 1

6 3

3 6

6 3

25 Jun 2026 WTA Wimbledon

D. Semenistaja

A. Gasanova

0 2

4 6

2 6

24 Jun 2026 WTA Wimbledon

D. Semenistaja

N. Hibino

2 1

6 4

1 6

6 2

23 Jun 2026 WTA Wimbledon

D. Semenistaja

A. Siskova

2 1

1 6

7 5

15 Jun 2026 Brescia (Italy) - Qualification

E. Gorgodze

D. Semenistaja

0 0

10 Jun 2026 Modena (Italy) - Qualification

L. Samson

D. Semenistaja

2 0

6 2

7 5

9 Jun 2026 Modena (Italy) - Qualification

M. Bassols

D. Semenistaja

1 2

3 6

6 2

5 7

7 Jun 2026 Makarska

D. Semenistaja

M. Timofeeva

0 2

2 6

3 6

S. Kraus

Player Overview

Sofia Kraus is in a promising phase of her career, capitalizing on a recent surge in form with a string of victories in the Kitzbuhel qualifiers. Her performances suggest a player who is comfortable on clay, with her career trajectory indicating a rising trend in her two-year performance window, making her a formidable opponent in Hamburg.

Kraus has won her last five matches, including impressive wins against J. Grabher and M. Bassols, both by straight sets. This momentum puts her in a strong position as she enters this match, suggesting she could pose significant challenges for Semenistaja. As she looks to maintain her winning streak, the upcoming fixture could be a crucial test of her growing confidence and skill.

Match results: S. Kraus

19 Jul 2026 Kitzbuhel (Austria) - Qualification

J. Grabher

S. Kraus

0 2

3 6

1 6

18 Jul 2026 Kitzbuhel (Austria) - Qualification

M. Bassols

S. Kraus

1 2

6 3

4 6

1 6

17 Jul 2026 Kitzbuhel (Austria) - Qualification

E. Andreeva

S. Kraus

0 2

4 6

1 6

16 Jul 2026 Kitzbuhel (Austria) - Qualification

E. Bennemann

S. Kraus

0 2

1 6

14 Jul 2026 Kitzbuhel (Austria) - Qualification

C. W. Hennemann

S. Kraus

0 2

6 7

3 6

9 Jul 2026 Bastad

S. Kraus

Y. Putintseva

0 2

2 6

3 6

8 Jul 2026 Bastad

S. Kraus

C. W. Hennemann

2 0

6 2

6 4

7 Jul 2026 Bastad

S. Kraus

C. Liu

2 0

7 5

6 0

30 Jun 2026 WTA Wimbledon

O. Selekhmeteva

S. Kraus

2 0

6 1

7 5

22 Jun 2026 WTA Bad Homburg

S. Kraus

A. Kalinskaya

0 2

4 6

1 6

Match ends in a stalemate as Semenistaja and Kraus fail to score.

D. Semenistaja and S. Kraus finished level at 0:0 in their first-round encounter at the WTA Hamburg tournament.

Neither player managed to win a game, with no sets played throughout the match. The absence of any service games or breaks indicates a complete lack of competitive play.

This match, part of the 2026 season's 1/16-finals, showcased an unusual scenario where both competitors left the court without registering any points.

As the tournament progresses, both players will need to reflect on this performance and prepare for future challenges, as this match did not provide any opportunities to showcase their skills.

Players Analysis

D. Semenistaja has struggled in recent matches, losing 8 out of her last 10, including two consecutive defeats against S. Kraus. In contrast, S. Kraus has shown a much stronger form, winning 8 of her last 10 matches, including their last two encounters. This trend indicates a significant confidence advantage for Kraus heading into this match.

Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors

In their previous head-to-head matches, S. Kraus has dominated D. Semenistaja, winning both encounters convincingly with set scores of 2-0. Semenistaja's recent form shows a concerning trend with a goals for per game of only 1.1 compared to Kraus's 1.4. Additionally, Semenistaja has been unable to secure any sets against Kraus in their last two meetings, which may impact her mental game in this upcoming match.

D. Semenistaja — S. Kraus Prediction

Given the current form and head-to-head results, S. Kraus is favored to win this match. Semenistaja's recent struggles and Kraus's strong performance create a scenario where Kraus is likely to continue her winning streak against Semenistaja.

Final score in sets: 0:2
Predicted winner of each set: Set 1: S. Kraus, Set 2: S. Kraus
Expected aces: 3
Double faults: 1
Break points: 4

Tactically, S. Kraus is expected to leverage her strong serve and aggressive baseline play to pressure Semenistaja early in the match. If Kraus can maintain her serve and capitalize on break points, she should be able to control the tempo and dictate play throughout the match.

3 Reasons Why S. Kraus Will Win

Projected Sets Edge. The numeric forecast favors S. Kraus 2:0 in sets, reflecting a confident path to the win.
Match Context Edge. A combination of form, experience and tournament context favors S. Kraus.
Pressure Points. In recent matches, S. Kraus has looked slightly sharper in deciding games and late-set scenarios than D. Semenistaja, which can swing tight scorelines.

Match Prediction

20.07.2026 10:00 WTA Hamburg

D. Semenistaja 0

S. Kraus 2

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