Philip Lang vs Patrick Schmolzer — Austria F8 Round of 32

Philip Lang defeated Patrick Schmolzer 6-3 3-6 6-3 in the Austria F8 round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Patrick Schmolzer came in leading the head-to-head 1–0, but Philip Lang had been the form player, winning 5 of their last 8 on clay. Philip Lang claimed a first win over Patrick Schmolzer in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.

Key context

• Match story: Philip Lang closed it out in three sets, 6–3 3–6 6–3.