On Day 2, humidity levels again proved to be unfavourable for players, with some saying that it was the worst they had ever played in. Play was only mildly interrupted by rain, with three scheduled matches failing to reach their conclusion. Defending champion Nicolás Massú defeated Steve Darcis (Belgium), and  Rafael Nadal came through against Potito Starace (Italy) in three sets, in what the BBC described as a "tough" match.
On Day 2, the players encountered unfavorable conditions due to high humidity, which some considered their most difficult experience. The weather caused only minor disruptions, with three scheduled matches unable to reach their conclusion. Defending champion Nicolás Massú triumphed over Steve Darcis (Belgium), and Rafael Nadal successfully battled through a tough contest against Potito Starace (Italy) in three sets.