Richey Reneberg defeated Michael Chang 6-4 7-6 in the Tokyo quarter-final on hard. The upset overturned the form book — Michael Chang came in leading the head-to-head 1–0, but Richey Reneberg had been the form player, winning 4 of their last 8 on hard. Richey Reneberg claimed a first win over Michael Chang in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
Reneberg R. took it in straight sets.
Reneberg R. and Chang M. faced 2 of the same opponents in the last 12 months. Reneberg R. went 1–1 (50%) against them, Chang M. 1–1 (50%).
Only 2 common opponents — too few for any conclusion. Shown without assessment.