Fabio Beraldo defeated Gianluca Luddi 6-2 3-6 6-2 in the Italy 2 Masters 4 round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Gianluca Luddi came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Fabio Beraldo claimed a first win over Gianluca Luddi in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996-08-03 | Italy 4 Masters 2 | QF | clay | Gianluca Luddi | 6-3 4-0 |
| 1996-06-01 | Italy 2 Masters 3 | R16 | clay | Gianluca Luddi | 7-5 6-4 |