Marc Canovas defeated Carlos Rexach Itoiz 6-3 6-1 in the Egypt 2 Masters 1 round of 16 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Carlos Rexach Itoiz came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Marc Canovas claimed a first win over Carlos Rexach Itoiz in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000-10-16 | Spain 6 4 | R32 | clay | Carlos Rexach Itoiz | 6-3 4-1 |
| 2000-01-01 | Central America Masters 3 | R16 | clay | Carlos Rexach Itoiz | 7-6(5) 6-1 |