Ivan Esquerdo defeated Javier Genaro Martinez 7-6 6-2 in the Spain 5 3 round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Javier Genaro Martinez came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Ivan Esquerdo claimed a first win over Javier Genaro Martinez in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004-09-20 | Spain F24 | R16 | hard | Javier Genaro Martinez | 6-4 7-6(4) |
| 2004-07-26 | Spain F16 | R32 | clay | Javier Genaro Martinez | 6-3 6-1 |