Nicolas Lapentti defeated Galo Blanco 6-2 6-4 in the Kitzbuhel semi-final on clay. The result followed the form book — Nicolas Lapentti came in leading the head-to-head 2–1, defending last year's quarter-final. Nicolas Lapentti extended the head-to-head to 3–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001-04-16 | Monte Carlo Masters | R64 | clay | Galo Blanco | 7-5 3-2 RET |
| 2001-03-05 | Delray Beach | R32 | hard | Nicolas Lapentti | 6-1 6-1 |
| 1997-10-20 | Mexico City | R16 | clay | Nicolas Lapentti | 6-3 6-0 |
Each player's serve crossed against the other's return, converted to expected hold of serve. Recent completed matches, ATP, WTA & Challenger. About
Averages over each player's completed matches in the selected window (200 vs 115). ATP, WTA & Challenger.