Roland Burtscher defeated Milen Velev 7-5 7-6 in the Egypt 1 Masters 3 round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Milen Velev came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Roland Burtscher claimed a first win over Milen Velev in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
Burtscher R. took it in straight sets.