Alexander Yarmola vs Jose Manuel Garcia Rodriguez — Ukraine 1 2 Qualifying Round

Alexander Yarmola defeated Jose Manuel Garcia Rodriguez 6-4 6-2 in the Ukraine 1 2 qualifying round on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Jose Manuel Garcia Rodriguez came in leading the head-to-head 1–0, but Alexander Yarmola had been the form player, winning 2 of their last 7 on clay. Alexander Yarmola claimed a first win over Jose Manuel Garcia Rodriguez in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.

Key context

• Match story: Alexander Yarmola dropped just 6 games past Jose Manuel Garcia Rodriguez.