Lazar Magdincev defeated Laurent Gabail 6-3 6-7 7-5 in the Turkey 2 2 semi-final on hard. The upset overturned the form book — Laurent Gabail came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Lazar Magdincev claimed a first win over Laurent Gabail in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003-06-16 | Turkey 2 3 | QF | hard | Laurent Gabail | 6-4 6-2 |