Marc Marco Ripoll defeated Alberto Banus Sado 6-0 6-0 in the Spain 3 4 round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Alberto Banus Sado came in leading the head-to-head 3–0. Marc Marco Ripoll claimed a first win over Alberto Banus Sado in four meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 3–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001-04-09 | Spain 4 3 | R32 | clay | Alberto Banus Sado | 6-4 5-7 6-0 |
| 2001-01-08 | Spain 1 4 | R16 | clay | Alberto Banus Sado | 6-4 6-2 |
| 1999-08-02 | Spain F5 | R32 | clay | Alberto Banus Sado | 6-2 6-4 |