Michael Stich defeated Jimmy Arias 3-6 6-3 6-3 in the Adelaide quarter-final on hard. The result followed the form book — Michael Stich came in leading the head-to-head 1–0, defending last year's quarter-final. Michael Stich extended the head-to-head to 2–0.
Stich M. came through in three sets.
Stich M. and Arias J. faced 1 of the same opponent in the last 12 months. Stich M. went 0–1 (0%) against them, Arias J. 1–0 (100%).
Only 1 common opponent — too few for any conclusion. Shown without assessment.
Hard: Stich M. leads 1–0 · Clay: Stich M. leads 1–0