Valentin Sanon defeated Potito Starace 7-6 6-4 in the Italy 1 2 round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Potito Starace came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Valentin Sanon claimed a first win over Potito Starace in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001-03-05 | Italy 1 4 | QF | clay | Potito Starace | 6-3 1-6 7-6(4) |
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