Head-to-head record

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Wins233%

Head to head6matches playedY. Kafelnikov leads by 21998—2003

Wins467%

1Hard2

1Clay1

0Carpet1

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Deciding set0–22 matches

Set dynamics

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J. Novak defeated Y. Kafelnikov

Dubai2002 · Hard · Quarterfinal

J. Novak defeated Y. Kafelnikov

Paris Masters2001 · Carpet · Quarterfinal

Y. Kafelnikov defeated J. Novak

Stuttgart Indoor2001 · Hard · Round of 16

Y. Kafelnikov defeated J. Novak

Prague1998 · Clay · Third round

Y. Kafelnikov defeated J. Novak

Wembley 31998 · Hard · Third round

Y. Kafelnikov defeated J. Novak