Pedro Nieto defeated Alberto Banus Sado 7-5 4-6 6-3 in the Spain 2 Masters 2 round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Alberto Banus Sado came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Pedro Nieto claimed a first win over Alberto Banus Sado in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999-07-26 | Spain F4 | R16 | clay | Alberto Banus Sado | 6-0 7-5 |
| 1998-07-06 | Spain F1 | R16 | clay | Alberto Banus Sado | 7-5 6-1 |