Victor Kozin defeated Ilya Belyaev 6-2 6-3 in the Russia F7 qualifying round on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Ilya Belyaev came in leading the head-to-head 3–0. Victor Kozin claimed a first win over Ilya Belyaev in four meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 3–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-09-15 | Russia F8 | R32 | clay | Ilya Belyaev | 6-1 4-6 6-2 |
| 2008-09-08 | Russia F7 | QF | clay | Ilya Belyaev | 7-6(2) 6-2 |
| 2008-09-01 | Russia F6 | R32 | clay | Ilya Belyaev | 6-3 0-6 6-1 |
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