Eduardo Nicolas defeated David Caballero 4-6 6-0 6-1 in the Spain 2 Masters 3 round of 16 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — David Caballero came in leading the head-to-head 3–0. Eduardo Nicolas claimed a first win over David Caballero in four meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 3–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001-01-08 | Spain 1 3 | SF | clay | David Caballero | 7-6(3) 6-2 |
| 1998-01-30 | Spain 2 Masters 1 | QF | clay | David Caballero | 6-3 6-1 |
| 1996-05-10 | Spain 4 Masters 2 | QF | clay | David Caballero | 6-2 6-1 |