07.06.2026 • Updated: 08.06.2026
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H. Dart vs L. Samsonova Match result — 08.06.2026

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H. Dart - L. Samsonova
WTA London 1/16-finals
June 8, 2026 11:00
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H. Dart

Player Overview

Harriet Dart, standing at 175 cm, holds a career baseline win percentage of 55.4%, with her recent form over the last two years showing a slight improvement at 57.9%. Despite a stable trend with a 60% win rate over her last five matches, her overall Elo rating of 2031 reflects a player still seeking consistency on the court. Dart's serve is characterized by a first serve in percentage of 54.9%, and she struggles to capitalize on her second serves, winning only 44.8% of those points.

Arriving at this match, Dart is coming off a series of losses, including a defeat to N. Bartunkova at the Birmingham tournament. In her last five matches, she has failed to secure a victory, raising concerns about her current form. Facing Liudmila Samsonova, who has a stronger competitive edge, Dart needs to rediscover her winning touch quickly if she hopes to turn her fortunes around on the grass.

Match results: H. Dart

8 Jun 2026 WTA London
H. Dart
L. Samsonova
0 0
15 0
L
2 Jun 2026 Birmingham
N. Bartunkova
H. Dart
2 1
3 6
6 3
7 5
L
20 May 2026 WTA French Open
H. Dart
L. Romero Gormaz
0 2
1 6
4 6
L
18 May 2026 WTA French Open
Y. Yuan
H. Dart
1 2
7 5
4 6
2 6
W
30 Apr 2026 W100 Gifu
H. Dart
T. Preston
1 2
5 7
6 1
2 6
L
28 Apr 2026 W100 Gifu
N. Hibino
H. Dart
0 2
2 6
3 6
W
24 Apr 2026 W100 Tokyo
T. Preston
H. Dart
2 0
6 2
6 3
L
23 Apr 2026 W100 Tokyo
H. Dart
H. Sakatsume
2 1
3 6
6 0
6 3
W
21 Apr 2026 W100 Tokyo
O. Gadecki
H. Dart
0 2
2 6
5 7
W
11 Apr 2026 WTA Billie Jean King Cup
T. Gibson
H. Dart
0 0
L
L. Samsonova

Player Overview

Liudmila Samsonova, taller at 180 cm, boasts a career win percentage of 58.6%, but her current form is a mixed bag with a 51.4% win rate over the past two years. Despite a recent decline with only a 30% win rate in her last ten matches, her Elo rating of 2152 suggests she remains competitive. Samsonova's strength lies in her serve, where she delivers a first serve win percentage of 69.9%, but her recent performances have shown vulnerability against top-tier opponents.

Samsonova's recent history includes disappointing exits from the French Open and WTA Strasbourg, with three consecutive losses leading into this match. Her last victory came over A. Li at WTA Rome, a stark contrast to her current downward trend. Entering this fixture against Dart, she must leverage her serving ability and regain confidence to avoid another early exit.

Match results: L. Samsonova

8 Jun 2026 WTA London
H. Dart
L. Samsonova
0 0
15 0
L
25 May 2026 WTA French Open
L. Samsonova
J. Teichmann
0 2
4 6
4 6
L
18 May 2026 WTA Strasbourg
D. Kasatkina
L. Samsonova
2 0
7 5
6 3
L
10 May 2026 WTA Rome
L. Samsonova
A. Potapova
0 2
3 6
2 6
L
8 May 2026 WTA Rome
L. Samsonova
A. Li
2 0
6 4
6 3
W
26 Apr 2026 WTA Madrid
L. Noskova
L. Samsonova
1 0
L
24 Apr 2026 WTA Madrid
J. Tjen
L. Samsonova
0 2
2 6
1 6
W
16 Apr 2026 WTA Stuttgart
L. Samsonova
C. Gauff
0 2
5 7
1 6
L
13 Apr 2026 WTA Stuttgart
A. Ruzic
L. Samsonova
0 2
0 6
4 6
W
9 Apr 2026 WTA Linz
L. Tagger
L. Samsonova
1 0
6 2
L
Match concludes without a single game played

H. Dart and L. Samsonova finished level at 0:0, with no sets played in their encounter.

This match, part of the WTA London tournament in the 1/16-finals round, saw both players unable to register any games won, reflecting a complete absence of competitive play.

Neither player recorded any service games or breaks, and all statistical categories remained at zero, indicating that the match did not progress beyond the initial stages.

As both competitors head into future matches, the lack of action in this contest leaves much to be desired in terms of performance metrics and match experience.

Players Analysis

Harriet Dart has shown a mixed performance in her recent matches, with a win rate of 60% over her last ten matches. Her most recent match resulted in a loss against Taylah Preston, indicating some inconsistency. Dart's serve statistics reveal she has a career ace percentage of 2.8% and a double fault percentage of 5.5%, which could impact her performance against a strong opponent like Liudmila Samsonova.

Liudmila Samsonova, on the other hand, has a slightly lower win percentage of 30% in her last ten matches. However, her overall career win percentage stands at 58.6%, and she has a notable ace percentage of 7.1%. Despite her recent struggles, her higher ranking and experience in high-pressure matches may give her an edge in this encounter.

Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors

Both players have faced challenges recently, but Dart's performance on hard courts has been stable, while Samsonova's recent form has been less consistent. Dart's recent matches indicate a tendency to win sets in close contests, as seen in her last match against Taylah Preston. In contrast, Samsonova has struggled against higher-ranked opponents, which may affect her confidence going into this match. The head-to-head record is balanced at one win each, with Dart winning their last encounter in a tightly contested match. This suggests that both players are capable of winning, but the match could hinge on serve performance and mental resilience.

H. Dart — L. Samsonova Prediction

Given the analysis of both players' recent forms, serve statistics, and their head-to-head record, this match is expected to be competitive. However, Harriet Dart's slight edge in recent performance and her ability to win crucial points may lead her to victory. The predicted score is 2-1 in sets, with Dart winning the first and third sets.

  • Final score in sets: 2-1
  • Predicted winner of each set: Set 1 - H. Dart, Set 2 - L. Samsonova, Set 3 - H. Dart
  • Expected aces: 5
  • Double faults: 3
  • Break points: 4

In terms of tactics, Dart will likely focus on her serve to gain early advantages in games, while Samsonova may attempt to counter with aggressive returns. The match could see long rallies, especially if both players find their rhythm, but Dart's ability to save break points could be crucial in determining the outcome.

3 Reasons Why H. Dart Will Win

  • Projected Sets Edge. The numeric forecast favors H. Dart 2:1 in sets, reflecting a confident path to the win.
  • Match Context Edge. A combination of form, experience and tournament context favors H. Dart.
  • Pressure Points. In recent matches, H. Dart has looked slightly sharper in deciding games and late-set scenarios than L. Samsonova, which can swing tight scorelines.
Match Prediction
08.06.2026 11:00 WTA London
H. Dart 2 1 0 1
L. Samsonova 1 0 1 0
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