Victor Stanica defeated Catalin Ionut Gard 6-1 6-2 in the Romania F10 semi-final on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Catalin Ionut Gard came in leading the head-to-head 3–0. Victor Stanica claimed a first win over Catalin Ionut Gard in four meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 3–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-08-24 | Romania F15 | R16 | clay | Catalin Ionut Gard | 6-4 6-0 |
| 2009-05-11 | Romania F2 | QF | clay | Catalin Ionut Gard | 6-4 1-6 6-4 |
| 2007-07-16 | Romania F12 | F | clay | Catalin Ionut Gard | 6-4 4-6 6-4 |