Mark Woodforde defeated Richard Krajicek 6-3 3-6 6-3 in the Los Angeles semi-final on hard. The upset overturned the form book — Richard Krajicek came in leading the head-to-head 3–0, defending the title. Mark Woodforde claimed a first win over Richard Krajicek in four meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 3–1.
Woodforde M. came through in three sets.