Milan Palme vs Sascha Bandermann — Germany 3 Masters 3 Round of 32

Milan Palme defeated Sascha Bandermann 6-3 6-7 6-1 in the Germany 3 Masters 3 round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Sascha Bandermann came in leading the head-to-head 1–0, but Milan Palme had been the form player, winning 4 of their last 8 on clay. Milan Palme claimed a first win over Sascha Bandermann in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.

Key context

• Match story: Milan Palme came through a tight passage before pulling clear — 6–3 6–7 6–1.