Jana Novotna defeated Anna Kournikova 6-7 6-3 6-3 in the Roland Garros round of 16 on clay. The result followed the form book — Jana Novotna came in leading the head-to-head 3–0, defending last year's round of 32. Jana Novotna extended the head-to-head to 4–0.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998-02-23 | Linz | QF | hard | Jana Novotna | 6-1 6-3 |
| 1998-02-18 | Hanover | SF | carpet | Jana Novotna | 6-3 6-3 |
| 1997-03-20 | Key Biscayne | R16 | hard | Jana Novotna | 6-3 6-4 |