Ivan Dodig defeated Carlos Rexach Itoiz 6-3 6-1 in the Croatia F3 round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Carlos Rexach Itoiz came in leading the head-to-head 2–0, but Ivan Dodig had been the form player, winning 3 of their last 5 on clay. Ivan Dodig claimed a first win over Carlos Rexach Itoiz in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005-08-22 | Croatia F5 | QF | clay | Carlos Rexach Itoiz | 7-6(5) 6-7(3) 6-1 |
| 2005-05-30 | Bosnia & Herzegovina F3 | R16 | clay | Carlos Rexach Itoiz | 6-3 7-6(5) |
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