Player stats
| Stat | Marat Safin (W) | James Blake (L) |
|---|---|---|
| Seed | - | #1 |
| Rank at event | #92 | #5 |
| Ranking points | 440 | 2,340 |
| Country | RUS | USA |
| Hand | R | R |
| Age | 26.5 | 26.5 |
| Height (cm) | 193 | 185 |
| Serve stats | ||
| Aces | 10 | 3 |
| Double faults | 2 | 6 |
| Service points | 89 | 93 |
| 1st serve in | 55.1% | 55.9% |
| 1st serve won | 75.5% | 75% |
| 2nd serve won | 42.5% | 34.1% |
| Service games | 12 | 12 |
| Break points saved | 2 / 5 | 6 / 9 |