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2009 Banka Koper Slovenia Open – Singles
Sara Errani was the defending champion, but she was defeated by World No. 1 Dinara Safina in the final, 6–7(5–7), 6–1, 7–5. This was the final WTA title Safina won before her retirement in 2014. Seeds Draw Finals Top half Bottom half External linksMain draw {{DEFAULTSORT:Banka Koper Slovenia Open - Singles, 2009 2009 WTA Tour 2009 Singles
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