Gabriel Frias defeated Carlos Rexach Itoiz 6-3 6-0 in the Spain 5 Satellite 2 round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Carlos Rexach Itoiz came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Gabriel Frias 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002-05-06 | Spain 5 2 | R32 | clay | Carlos Rexach Itoiz | 6-4 6-7(2) 6-1 |
| 2002-01-07 | Spain 1 2 | R32 | clay | Carlos Rexach Itoiz | 6-2 6-2 |