Petr Korda defeated Carlos Costa 6-4 6-7 6-1 in the Dubai round of 16 on hard. The upset overturned the form book — Carlos Costa came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Petr Korda claimed a first win over Carlos Costa in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
Korda P. came through in three sets.
Korda P. and Costa C. faced 1 of the same opponent in the last 12 months. Korda P. went 1–0 (100%) against them, Costa C. 1–0 (100%).
Only 1 common opponent — too few for any conclusion. Shown without assessment.
Hard: Korda P. leads 1–0 · Clay: Costa C. leads 1–0