Bernd Karbacher defeated Albert Costa 6-4 7-5 in the Marbella round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Albert Costa came in leading the head-to-head 3–0. Bernd Karbacher claimed a first win over Albert Costa in four meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 3–1.
Karbacher B. took it in straight sets.
Clay: Costa A. leads 2–1 · Hard: Costa A. leads 1–0
Bernd Karbacher beat Albert Costa 6-4 7-5. Umpiry, "Bernd Karbacher vs Albert Costa — Marbella Round of 32", https://umpiry.com/match/1996-09-30/costa-vs-karbacher-marbella-r32?utm_source=cite (as of 30 September 1996).