Karim Alami defeated Sjeng Schalken 6-2 6-3 in the Monte Carlo Masters round of 64 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Sjeng Schalken came in leading the head-to-head 3–0, defending last year's round of 64. Karim Alami claimed a first win over Sjeng Schalken in four meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 3–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001-04-16 | Monte Carlo Masters | R64 | clay | Sjeng Schalken | 6-2 6-0 |
| 2001-01-01 | Doha | R32 | hard | Sjeng Schalken | 6-3 6-1 |
| 1998-06-15 | s Hertogenbosch | R32 | grass | Sjeng Schalken | 6-0 6-1 |
Each player's serve crossed against the other's return, converted to expected hold of serve. Recent completed matches, ATP, WTA & Challenger. About
Averages over each player's completed matches in the selected window (122 vs 200). ATP, WTA & Challenger.