Denis Istomin, who currently world No. 92, defeated the world No. 21 Leonardo Mayer n three sets 6/3, 6/7(8) and 7/6(6). The sides played for 2 hours and 18 minutes.

During this time, Isromin recorded 13 aces and committed three double faults and realized one break point. Mayer, in his turn, served 7 aces and recorded two double faults.

In the semifinal match, Istomin will face Marcos Baghdatis of Cyprus.