Gigi Fernandez vs Irina Spirlea — US Open Round of 128

Gigi Fernandez defeated Irina Spirlea 4-6 6-1 7-5 in the US Open round of 128 on hard. The upset overturned the form book — Irina Spirlea came in leading the head-to-head 1–0, defending last year's round of 128. Gigi Fernandez claimed a first win over Irina Spirlea in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.

Key context

• Match story: Gigi Fernandez dropped the opening set before beating Irina Spirlea 4–6 6–1 7–5.