Leos Friedl defeated Jan Vacek 3-6 6-1 6-2 in the Czech Republic Masters 3 round of 32 on carpet. The upset overturned the form book — Jan Vacek came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Leos Friedl claimed a first win over Jan Vacek in two meetings, levelling the head-to-head at 1–1.
Friedl L. came through in three sets.
Carpet: Friedl L. leads 1–0 · Clay: Vacek J. leads 1–0
Leos Friedl beat Jan Vacek 3-6 6-1 6-2. Umpiry, "Leos Friedl vs Jan Vacek — Czech Republic Masters 3 Round of 32", https://umpiry.com/match/1997-10-20/friedl-vs-vacek-czech-republic-masters-3-r32?utm_source=cite (as of 20 October 1997).