Benjamin Becker defeated Izak Van Der Merwe 6-2 4-6 6-2 in the Doha qualifying round of 32 on hard. The upset overturned the form book — Izak Van Der Merwe came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Benjamin Becker claimed a first win over Izak Van Der Merwe in two meetings, levelling the head-to-head at 1–1.
Becker B. came through in three sets.
Becker B. and Van Der Merwe I. faced 1 of the same opponent in the last 12 months. Becker B. went 1–0 (100%) against them, Van Der Merwe I. 0–1 (0%).
Only 1 common opponent — too few for any conclusion. Shown without assessment.
Benjamin Becker beat Izak Van Der Merwe 6-2 4-6 6-2. Umpiry, "Benjamin Becker vs Izak Van Der Merwe — Doha Qualifying Round of 32", https://umpiry.com/match/2010-01-02/becker-vs-merwe-doha-q32?utm_source=cite (as of 2 January 2010).