Jean Noel Grinda defeated Edwin Kempes 6-7 6-4 7-6 in the Central America Masters 4 semi-final on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Edwin Kempes came in leading the head-to-head 3–0, but Jean Noel Grinda had been the form player, winning 4 of their last 7 on clay. Jean Noel Grinda claimed a first win over Edwin Kempes in four meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 3–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997-05-19 | Germany 2 Masters 4 | R32 | clay | Edwin Kempes | 2-6 6-1 7-5 |
| 1997-01-04 | Central America Masters 1 | QF | clay | Edwin Kempes | 7-5 6-1 |
| 1995-09-09 | France 4 Masters 1 | R32 | hard | Edwin Kempes | 6-2 6-2 |
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