Marc Rath defeated Jiri Skoloudik 6-1 6-0 in the Croatia F3 round of 16 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Jiri Skoloudik came in leading the head-to-head 1–0, but Marc Rath had been the form player, winning 4 of their last 10 on clay. Marc Rath claimed a first win over Jiri Skoloudik in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
Rath M. took it in straight sets.
Clay: Rath M. leads 1–0 · Carpet: Skoloudik J. leads 1–0