Alexia Dechaume Balleret defeated Joannette Kruger 6-4 3-6 7-6 in the New Haven round of 32 on hard. The upset overturned the form book — Joannette Kruger came in leading the head-to-head 1–0, but Alexia Dechaume Balleret had been the form player, winning 1 of their last 4 on hard. Alexia Dechaume Balleret claimed a first win over Joannette Kruger in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997-07-14 | Prague | QF | clay | Joannette Kruger | 4-6 7-6 6-1 |
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