Rainer Falenti defeated Branislav Galik 6-4 6-4 in the Hungary Masters 1 qualifying round on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Branislav Galik came in leading the head-to-head 2–1. Rainer Falenti narrowed the head-to-head to 2–2.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996-03-09 | Croatia 1 Masters 2 | QF | clay | Branislav Galik | 6-0 2-6 6-3 |
| 1995-05-14 | Austria 1 Masters 2 | QF | clay | Rainer Falenti | 6-2 6-3 |
| 1994-04-02 | Croatia 1 Masters 2 | SF | clay | Branislav Galik | 3-6 7-6 7-6 |