
Nicolas Almagro defeated David Goffin 2-6 6-1 6-3 in the Monte Carlo Masters round of 64 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — David Goffin came in leading the head-to-head 3–2. Nicolas Almagro narrowed the head-to-head to 3–3.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-09-18 | Metz | R16 | hard | David Goffin | 3-6 6-3 6-3 |
| 2017-04-17 | Monte Carlo Masters | R32 | clay | David Goffin | 7-5 6-1 |
| 2016-05-23 | Roland Garros | R32 | clay | David Goffin | 6-2 4-6 6-3 4-6 6-2 |
| 2013-03-20 | Miami Masters | R32 | hard | Nicolas Almagro | 6-3 6-4 |
| 2012-03-21 | Miami Masters | R64 | hard | Nicolas Almagro | 6-4 6-2 |
Averages from each player's recent completed matches (20 vs 20). ATP, WTA & Challenger.