Albert Costa defeated Bernd Karbacher 6-4 6-2 in the Dubai round of 16 on hard. The result followed the form book — Albert Costa came in leading the head-to-head 2–0, defending last year's round of 16. Albert Costa extended the head-to-head to 3–0.
Costa A. took it in straight sets.
Costa A. and Karbacher B. faced 1 of the same opponent in the last 12 months. Costa A. went 1–0 (100%) against them, Karbacher B. 0–1 (0%).
Only 1 common opponent — too few for any conclusion. Shown without assessment.
Hard: Costa A. leads 1–0 · Clay: Costa A. leads 2–0