Marc Rosset defeated Jim Courier 6-7 6-3 7-6 in the Stockholm round of 16 on hard. The upset overturned the form book — Jim Courier came in leading the head-to-head 1–0, defending last year's round of 16, but Marc Rosset had been the form player, winning 3 of their last 6 on hard. Marc Rosset claimed a first win over Jim Courier in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
Rosset M. came through in three sets.
Rosset M. and Courier J. faced 1 of the same opponent in the last 12 months. Rosset M. went 0–1 (0%) against them, Courier J. 1–0 (100%).
Only 1 common opponent — too few for any conclusion. Shown without assessment.