Steffi Graf defeated Chanda Rubin 2-6 6-4 6-2 in the Indian Wells semi-final on hard. The result followed the form book — Steffi Graf came in leading the head-to-head 1–0, defending last year's semi-final. Steffi Graf extended the head-to-head to 2–0.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997-05-12 | Berlin | R32 | grass | Steffi Graf | 6-3 3-6 6-1 |
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