Carlos Martinez Comet defeated Javier Garcia Sintes 4-6 6-4 6-2 in the Spain 5 Masters 4 semi-final on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Javier Garcia Sintes came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Carlos Martinez Comet claimed a first win over Javier Garcia Sintes in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999-04-09 | Spain 4 Masters 3 | QF | clay | Javier Garcia Sintes | 6-1 6-2 |
| 1996-07-12 | Spain 6 Masters 3 | R16 | clay | Javier Garcia Sintes | 7-5 2-6 6-1 |
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