Jose Pablo Serna defeated Alberto Banus Sado 6-3 6-2 in the Spain 2 1 round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Alberto Banus Sado came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Jose Pablo Serna claimed a first win over Alberto Banus Sado in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001-02-05 | Spain 2 3 | R32 | clay | Alberto Banus Sado | 6-7(2) 6-2 6-1 |