Michael Stich defeated Magnus Gustafsson 7-6 6-4 in the Stockholm round of 16 on hard. The upset overturned the form book — Magnus Gustafsson came in leading the head-to-head 1–0, defending last year's round of 16. Michael Stich claimed a first win over Magnus Gustafsson in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
Stich M. took it in straight sets.
Hard: Stich M. leads 1–0 · Clay: Gustafsson M. leads 1–0