Gilles Simon defeated Benjamin Balleret 6-4 6-2 in the Monte Carlo Masters round of 64 on clay. The result followed the form book — Gilles Simon came in leading the head-to-head 1–0, defending last year's round of 64. Gilles Simon extended the head-to-head to 2–0.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-04-15 | Monte Carlo Masters | R64 | clay | Gilles Simon | 6-3 6-2 |
Averages from each player's recent completed matches (20 vs 11). ATP, WTA & Challenger.