Alexander Zhurbin defeated Vladimir Karusevich 7-6 6-4 in the Russia F8 round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Vladimir Karusevich came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Alexander Zhurbin claimed a first win over Vladimir Karusevich in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
Zhurbin A. took it in straight sets.