Matthew Breen defeated Cristiano Caratti 6-3 6-1 in the US Open qualifying round of 64 on hard. The upset overturned the form book — Cristiano Caratti came in leading the head-to-head 1–0, defending last year's round of 64, but Matthew Breen had been the form player, winning 4 of their last 8 on hard. Matthew Breen claimed a first win over Cristiano Caratti in two meetings, levelling the head-to-head at 1–1.
Breen M. took it in straight sets.
Matthew Breen beat Cristiano Caratti 6-3 6-1. Umpiry, "Matthew Breen vs Cristiano Caratti — US Open Qualifying Round of 64", https://umpiry.com/match/2000-08-28/breen-vs-caratti-us-open-q64?utm_source=cite (as of 28 August 2000).