Andrei Merinov defeated Jerome Loustalot 6-4 6-2 in the Netherlands Masters 2 semi-final on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Jerome Loustalot came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Andrei Merinov claimed a first win over Jerome Loustalot in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
Merinov A. took it in straight sets.