Bastian Knittel defeated Maximilian Abel 7-5 6-3 in the Switzerland F1 round of 16 on carpet. The upset overturned the form book — Maximilian Abel came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Bastian Knittel claimed a first win over Maximilian Abel in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002-01-07 | Germany 1 3 | R32 | hard | Maximilian Abel | 0-6 6-2 7-5 |
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