Steffi Graf defeated Anne Gaelle Sidot 6-1 6-3 in the Hanover round of 16 on carpet. The result followed the form book — Steffi Graf came in leading the head-to-head 1–0, defending last year's quarter-final. Steffi Graf extended the head-to-head to 2–0.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998-11-02 | Leipzig | QF | carpet | Steffi Graf | 7-5 6-3 |