Kornel Bardoczky defeated Mariano Delfino 6-3 6-7 7-5 in the Hungary Masters 1 final on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Mariano Delfino came in leading the head-to-head 2–0, but Kornel Bardoczky had been the form player, winning 2 of their last 5 on clay. Kornel Bardoczky claimed a first win over Mariano Delfino in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998-07-20 | Hungary Masters 3 | QF | clay | Mariano Delfino | 6-3 6-4 |
| 1997-07-12 | Hungary Masters 2 | QF | clay | Mariano Delfino | 6-4 6-2 |
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