Philipp Mukhometov defeated Alexander Markin 6-2 6-4 in the Russia F1 round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Alexander Markin came in leading the head-to-head 4–0. Philipp Mukhometov claimed a first win over Alexander Markin in five meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 4–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004-07-05 | Ukraine F3 | SF | clay | Alexander Markin | 6-3 6-2 |
| 2004-06-28 | Ukraine F2 | R16 | hard | Alexander Markin | 6-1 6-7(5) 6-2 |
| 2003-08-11 | Russia F1 | QF | clay | Alexander Markin | 7-5 6-4 |
| 2002-08-19 | Russia F2 | R16 | clay | Alexander Markin | 6-3 6-4 |