Ruben Ramirez Hidalgo defeated Jean Christophe Faurel 6-3 6-1 in the Casablanca q16 on clay. The result followed the form book — Ruben Ramirez Hidalgo came in leading the head-to-head 2–0, defending last year's round of 32. Ruben Ramirez Hidalgo extended the head-to-head to 3–0.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001-06-18 | France F9 | SF | clay | Ruben Ramirez Hidalgo | 6-3 6-2 |
| 2000-05-15 | Morocco F2 | R16 | clay | Ruben Ramirez Hidalgo | 6-2 6-2 |
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