Paul Haarhuis defeated Pete Sampras 6-4 6-4 in the Philadelphia round of 16 on hard. The upset overturned the form book — Pete Sampras came in leading the head-to-head 1–0, defending last year's round of 32. Paul Haarhuis claimed a first win over Pete Sampras in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
Haarhuis P. took it in straight sets.
Haarhuis P. and Sampras P. faced 1 of the same opponent in the last 12 months. Haarhuis P. went 1–0 (100%) against them, Sampras P. 1–0 (100%).
Only 1 common opponent — too few for any conclusion. Shown without assessment.
Hard: Haarhuis P. leads 1–0 · Clay: Sampras P. leads 1–0