Patricia Hy Boulais defeated Alexia Dechaume Balleret 6-0 2-6 6-4 in the Australian Open round of 128 on hard. The upset overturned the form book — Alexia Dechaume Balleret came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Patricia Hy Boulais claimed a first win over Alexia Dechaume Balleret in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996-12-30 | Auckland | R16 | hard | Alexia Dechaume Balleret | 6-1 6-1 |