Ivan Anikanov defeated Ervand Gasparyan 7-6 6-3 in the Russia F8 round of 32 on hard. The result followed the form book — Ivan Anikanov came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Ivan Anikanov extended the head-to-head to 3–0.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-04-07 | Russia F1 | R32 | carpet | Ivan Anikanov | 7-6(2) 1-0 |
| 2007-08-13 | Russia F3 | R32 | clay | Ivan Anikanov | 6-4 7-6(6) |