Thomas Enqvist defeated Magnus Gustafsson 6-1 6-4 in the Dubai round of 32 on hard. The upset overturned the form book — Magnus Gustafsson came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Thomas Enqvist claimed a first win over Magnus Gustafsson in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
Enqvist T. took it in straight sets.
Hard: level 1–1 · Clay: Gustafsson M. leads 1–0