Jiri Novak defeated Greg Rusedski 6-2 6-2 in the Monte Carlo Masters round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Greg Rusedski came in leading the head-to-head 2–1, defending last year's round of 32. Jiri Novak narrowed the head-to-head to 2–2.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003-08-11 | Cincinnati Masters | R64 | hard | Greg Rusedski | 2-6 7-6(3) 6-4 |
| 2002-01-07 | Auckland | SF | hard | Greg Rusedski | 6-7(6) 6-4 7-6(2) |
| 2001-10-08 | Vienna | R32 | hard | Jiri Novak | 6-2 6-2 |
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 (200 vs 200). ATP, WTA & Challenger.