Filip Dewulf defeated Johan Van Herck 7-6 6-3 in the s Hertogenbosch round of 32 on grass. The upset overturned the form book — Johan Van Herck came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Filip Dewulf claimed a first win over Johan Van Herck in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997-08-25 | US Open | R128 | hard | Johan Van Herck | 6-4 4-6 7-6(3) 7-6(5) |
| 1997-02-10 | Marseille | R32 | hard | Johan Van Herck | 6-4 6-4 |
Each player's serve crossed against the other's return, converted to expected hold of serve. Recent completed matches, ATP, WTA & Challenger. About
Averages over each player's completed matches in the selected window (50 vs 35). ATP, WTA & Challenger.