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Liudmila Samsonova

Liudmila Samsonova is a Russian professional tennis player born in 1998 in Olenegorsk, Russia.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Liudmila Samsonova is a Russian professional tennis player born in 1998 in Olenegorsk, Russia. She has won multiple WTA Tour singles titles and has represented Russia in the Billie Jean King Cup, helping the team win the 2020–21 edition.

Early life and background

Samsonova was born in Olenegorsk, Russia, in 1998. Official player profiles list her birthplace, date of birth, height, and right-handed playing style.

Professional career

She turned professional in 2013 and built her career through ITF and WTA events. Her first WTA Tour title came at the 2021 German Open, after which she added more singles and doubles titles.

Billie Jean King Cup

Samsonova played a major role in Russia's 2020–21 Billie Jean King Cup victory. She won all five of her matches in singles and doubles during the event.

Rankings and playing style

Samsonova reached a career-high singles ranking of No. 12 in 2023 and has been ranked among the WTA's top players. Sources describe her as a versatile player with success on hard, clay, and grass courts.

Key facts

  • Reached a career-high WTA singles ranking of world No. 12 on 27 February 2023.
  • Won her first WTA Tour title at the 2021 German Open, a WTA 500 event.
  • Helped Russia win the 2020–21 Billie Jean King Cup by winning all five of her matches in the competition.
  • Has also won ITF Circuit titles in singles and doubles.
  • Is known for performing well across hard, clay, and grass courts.
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Canadian context

No direct Canada-specific connection is established in the provided sources, though Canadian tennis audiences may know her from WTA Tour events and Grand Slam tournaments.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Liudmila Samsonova?
She is a Russian professional tennis player on the WTA Tour.
When was Liudmila Samsonova born?
She was born on 11 November 1998.
Where was Liudmila Samsonova born?
She was born in Olenegorsk, Russia.
What is Liudmila Samsonova's career-high ranking?
Her career-high WTA singles ranking is world No. 12.
How many WTA titles has she won?
She has won five singles titles and four doubles titles on the WTA Tour.
What is Liudmila Samsonova known for in team competition?
She helped Russia win the 2020–21 Billie Jean King Cup, winning all five of her matches.

References

  1. WTA Tennis — https://www.wtatennis.com/players/322222/liudmila-samsonova
    Supports: Birthdate, birthplace, height, parent names, and official player profile details.
  2. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liudmila_Samsonova
    Supports: Career titles, Billie Jean King Cup performance, and career-high ranking summary.
  3. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/tennis/player/_/id/3840/liudmila-samsonova
    Supports: Turned professional date, nationality, handedness, ranking, and birthplace.
  4. ITF Tennis — https://www.itftennis.com/en/players/liudmila-samsonova/800342480/rus/wt/S/overview/
    Supports: Age, handedness, preferred surface, and player profile information.
  5. WTA Tennis — https://www.wtatennis.com/players/322222/liudmila-samsonova/record
    Supports: Grand Slam record and best result details.