Carlos Rexach Itoiz defeated Laurent Rochette 6-2 6-1 in the Spain F36 qualifying round on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Laurent Rochette came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Carlos Rexach Itoiz claimed a first win over Laurent Rochette in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-10-06 | Spain F38 | QF | clay | Laurent Rochette | 6-3 6-4 |
| 2008-07-07 | Spain F26 | R16 | clay | Laurent Rochette | 1-6 6-4 6-4 |
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