Alexander Lobkov defeated Dzmitry Zhyrmont 6-2 6-4 in the Russia F8 qualifying round on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Dzmitry Zhyrmont came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Alexander Lobkov claimed a first win over Dzmitry Zhyrmont in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
Lobkov A. took it in straight sets.
Clay: Lobkov A. leads 1–0 · Hard: Zhyrmont D. leads 2–0