Davide Scala defeated Potito Starace 0-6 7-5 7-6 in the Italy F9 qualifying round on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Potito Starace came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Davide Scala claimed a first win over Potito Starace in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001-05-21 | Italy F4 | R16 | clay | Potito Starace | 6-4 6-3 |
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