Rodrigo Monte defeated Matteo Galli 7-5 6-1 in the Italy 3 2 round of 16 on clay. The result followed the form book — Rodrigo Monte came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Rodrigo Monte extended the head-to-head to 3–0.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002-05-27 | Italy 3 4 | QF | clay | Rodrigo Monte | 6-4 6-2 |
| 1999-08-09 | Italy F16 | R32 | clay | Rodrigo Monte | 6-3 6-2 |