Jiri Novak defeated Max Mirnyi 3-6 6-4 6-3 in the Monte Carlo Masters round of 64 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Max Mirnyi came in leading the head-to-head 3–1, defending last year's round of 32. Jiri Novak narrowed the head-to-head to 3–2.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005-06-20 | Wimbledon | R32 | grass | Max Mirnyi | 5-7 7-5 6-4 7-6(2) |
| 2004-05-03 | Rome Masters | R32 | clay | Jiri Novak | 6-1 6-1 |
| 2002-02-18 | Rotterdam | R32 | hard | Max Mirnyi | 6-3 6-2 |
| 2001-10-22 | St. Petersburg | R32 | carpet | Max Mirnyi | 6-0 7-6(4) |
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 (70 vs 136). ATP, WTA & Challenger.