Claude Ngoran defeated Louis Vosloo 6-3 6-0 in the France 5 Masters 3 round of 32 on hard. The upset overturned the form book — Louis Vosloo came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Claude Ngoran claimed a first win over Louis Vosloo in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997-10-25 | Central Africa Masters 1 | QF | hard | Louis Vosloo | 6-1 7-5 |
| 1997-10-25 | Central Africa Masters 4 | R32 | hard | Louis Vosloo | 6-1 7-5 |