German Puentes defeated Juan Gisbert Jr 6-3 2-6 7-6 in the Spain 9 Masters 2 round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Juan Gisbert Jr came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. German Puentes claimed a first win over Juan Gisbert Jr in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
Puentes G. came through in three sets.