Marion Maruska defeated Anca Barna 6-2 6-3 in the Berlin qualifying round of 32 on grass. The upset overturned the form book — Anca Barna came in leading the head-to-head 2–0, defending last year's round of 64. Marion Maruska claimed a first win over Anca Barna in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000-10-30 | Haywood 25K | QF | hard | Anca Barna | 4-0 1-4 3-5 5-4(4) 4-2 |
| 1998-05-11 | Oporto 75K | R32 | clay | Anca Barna | 6-3 4-6 7-6 |
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