Player stats
| Stat | Nicolas Kiefer (W) | Marat Safin (L) |
|---|---|---|
| Seed | - | #15 |
| Rank at event | #25 | #14 |
| Ranking points | 1,100 | 1,425 |
| Country | GER | RUS |
| Hand | R | R |
| Age | 27 | 24.4 |
| Height (cm) | 183 | 193 |
| Serve stats | ||
| Aces | 14 | 20 |
| Double faults | 4 | 2 |
| Service points | 94 | 116 |
| 1st serve in | 60.6% | 48.3% |
| 1st serve won | 84.2% | 75% |
| 2nd serve won | 56.8% | 55% |
| Service games | 17 | 17 |
| Break points saved | 1 / 3 | 6 / 9 |