Dieter Kindlmann defeated Maximilian Abel 7-6 6-1 in the Germany F4 round of 16 on carpet. The upset overturned the form book — Maximilian Abel came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Dieter Kindlmann claimed a first win over Maximilian Abel in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006-01-23 | Germany F4 | SF | carpet | Maximilian Abel | 6-7(2) 6-4 7-5 |
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