Andrew Rueb defeated George Bastl 6-4 3-6 6-3 in the USA 5 Masters 2 semi-final on hard. The upset overturned the form book — George Bastl came in leading the head-to-head 1–0, but Andrew Rueb had been the form player, winning 3 of their last 6 on hard. Andrew Rueb claimed a first win over George Bastl in two meetings, levelling the head-to-head at 1–1.
Rueb A. came through in three sets.
Andrew Rueb beat George Bastl 6-4 3-6 6-3. Umpiry, "Andrew Rueb vs George Bastl — USA 5 Masters 2 Semi-final", https://umpiry.com/match/1997-09-05/bastl-vs-rueb-usa-5-masters-2-sf?utm_source=cite (as of 5 September 1997).