Julien Benneteau defeated Melvyn Op Der Heijde 4-6 6-2 6-1 in the Netherlands 4 qualifying round on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Melvyn Op Der Heijde came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Julien Benneteau claimed a first win over Melvyn Op Der Heijde in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001-06-11 | Netherlands 1 | F | clay | Melvyn Op Der Heijde | 6-7(2) 6-4 6-4 |
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