Ivan Anikanov defeated Sergei Krotiouk 5-7 6-3 6-1 in the Russia F8 round of 16 on hard. The upset overturned the form book — Sergei Krotiouk came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Ivan Anikanov claimed a first win over Sergei Krotiouk in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
Anikanov I. came through in three sets.