2011 Italian Open – Women's Singles
was the defending champion, but lost in the first round to Ekaterina Makarova.
Maria Sharapova defeated No. 6 seed Samantha Stosur in the final 6–2, 6–4. It was Sharapova's 23rd career title, and her first tournament win in almost a full calendar year.Seeds
The top eight seeds receive a bye into the second round.Qualifying
Draw
Finals
Section 2
Section 3
Section 4
