Sergio Gaoni vs Chris Rae — Australia 3 Masters 1 Round of 32

Sergio Gaoni defeated Chris Rae 6-1 7-5 in the Australia 3 Masters 1 round of 32 on hard. The upset overturned the form book — Chris Rae came in leading the head-to-head 1–0, but Sergio Gaoni had been the form player, winning 2 of their last 5 on hard. Sergio Gaoni claimed a first win over Chris Rae in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.

Key context

• Match story: Sergio Gaoni came through a tight passage before pulling clear — 6–1 7–5.