
Fabio Fognini defeated Marin Cilic 6-2 6-0 in the Monte Carlo Masters round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Marin Cilic came in leading the head-to-head 4–0, defending last year's round of 64. Fabio Fognini claimed a first win over Marin Cilic in five meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 4–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-06-14 | Queen's Club | R16 | grass | Marin Cilic | 6-3 7-6(4) |
| 2018-05-28 | Roland Garros | R16 | clay | Marin Cilic | 6-4 6-1 3-6 6-7(4) 6-3 |
| 2011-10-03 | Beijing | R16 | hard | Marin Cilic | 6-2 6-7(1) 6-3 |
| 2011-07-25 | Umag | SF | clay | Marin Cilic | 6-2 6-2 |
Averages from each player's recent completed matches (20 vs 19). ATP, WTA & Challenger.