Antonio Couvert defeated Federico Dondo 6-3 2-6 6-4 in the Argentina 2 Masters 1 round of 16 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Federico Dondo came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Antonio Couvert claimed a first win over Federico Dondo in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997-04-05 | Argentina 1 Masters 3 | R16 | clay | Federico Dondo | 6-3 3-6 6-3 |