Sarah Pitkowski Malcor defeated Alexia Dechaume Balleret 7-6 7-6 in the Oklahoma round of 32 on hard. The upset overturned the form book — Alexia Dechaume Balleret came in leading the head-to-head 1–0, defending last year's round of 16. Sarah Pitkowski Malcor claimed a first win over Alexia Dechaume Balleret in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997-05-13 | Cardiff | SF | clay | Alexia Dechaume Balleret | 6-3 6-4 |