Andrey Golubev defeated Yen Hsun Lu 7-5 6-2 in the Kuala Lumpur round of 32 on hard. The upset overturned the form book — Yen Hsun Lu came in leading the head-to-head 1–0, defending last year's round of 32. Andrey Golubev claimed a first win over Yen Hsun Lu in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
Golubev A. took it in straight sets.
Golubev A. and Hsun Lu Y. faced 1 of the same opponent in the last 12 months. Golubev A. went 0–1 (0%) against them, Hsun Lu Y. 0–1 (0%).
Only 1 common opponent — too few for any conclusion. Shown without assessment.