Denis Yakimenko defeated Andrei Stoliarov 6-3 3-6 6-2 in the Ukraine Masters 3 round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Andrei Stoliarov came in leading the head-to-head 2–0, but Denis Yakimenko had been the form player, winning 2 of their last 4 on clay. Denis Yakimenko claimed a first win over Andrei Stoliarov in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999-04-12 | Uzbekistan F1 | R16 | hard | Andrei Stoliarov | 6-1 6-1 |
| 1996-06-01 | Ukraine Masters 1 | R16 | clay | Andrei Stoliarov | 6-1 6-4 |
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