Alexander Markin defeated Sergei Yaroshenko 6-0 7-5 in the Ukraine 1 2 round of 16 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Sergei Yaroshenko came in leading the head-to-head 3–0, but Alexander Markin had been the form player, winning 3 of their last 5 on clay. Alexander Markin claimed a first win over Sergei Yaroshenko in four meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 3–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003-08-11 | Russia F1 | SF | clay | Sergei Yaroshenko | 6-4 6-3 |
| 2003-07-14 | Ukraine 1 1 | F | clay | Sergei Yaroshenko | 6-1 6-2 |
| 2003-07-14 | Ukraine 1 3 | R32 | clay | Sergei Yaroshenko | 6-1 6-4 |