Timo Nieminen defeated Bart Van Delft 3-6 6-1 6-2 in the Turkey 1 3 round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Bart Van Delft came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Timo Nieminen claimed a first win over Bart Van Delft in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001-10-29 | Portugal 4 3 | R32 | clay | Bart Van Delft | 6-2 7-5 |