Sergei Krotiouk defeated Alexander Pavlioutchenkov 2-6 6-1 6-3 in the Russia F7 round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Alexander Pavlioutchenkov came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Sergei Krotiouk claimed a first win over Alexander Pavlioutchenkov in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-04-09 | Kazakhstan F3 | QF | hard | Alexander Pavlioutchenkov | 6-4 7-5 |
| 2003-08-11 | Russia F1 | R32 | clay | Alexander Pavlioutchenkov | 6-3 4-6 6-3 |
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