Fernando Romboli defeated Ricardo Hocevar 6-4 6-4 in the Brazil F16 semi-final on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Ricardo Hocevar came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Fernando Romboli claimed a first win over Ricardo Hocevar in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
Romboli F. took it in straight sets.
Clay: Romboli F. leads 1–0 · Hard: Hocevar R. leads 1–0