Vladimir Pavicevic defeated Aleksander Slovic 3-6 7-5 6-3 in the Croatia 1 2 round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Aleksander Slovic came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Vladimir Pavicevic claimed a first win over Aleksander Slovic in two meetings, levelling the head-to-head at 1–1.
Pavicevic V. came through in three sets.
Vladimir Pavicevic beat Aleksander Slovic 3-6 7-5 6-3. Umpiry, "Vladimir Pavicevic vs Aleksander Slovic — Croatia 1 2 Round of 32", https://umpiry.com/match/2001-03-12/pavicevic-vs-slovic-croatia-1-2-r32?utm_source=cite (as of 12 March 2001).