World No. 317 Ivan Gakhov of Russia has defeated Brazil`s Thiago Monteiro, ranked 106th in the ATP standings, in the semifinals of the Gonet Geneva Open qualifying tournament. Gakhov secured his spot in the final round with a score of 4/6, 7/6(3), 6/3.
The hard-fought match lasted 2 hours and 29 minutes. This encounter marked the first time these two players have competed against each other.
Match Statistics
| Statistic | Gakhov | Monteiro |
|---|---|---|
| Aces | 10 | 6 |
| Double Faults | 2 | 4 |
| Breaks Won | 2 | 1 |
| Total Points Won | 102 | 100 |
Gakhov`s next opponent in the final qualifying round will be Kilian Feldbausch of Switzerland.
