Jean Claude Scherrer defeated Lars Zimmermann 7-5 6-3 in the West Africa Masters 4 qualifying round on hard. The upset overturned the form book — Lars Zimmermann came in leading the head-to-head 1–0, but Jean Claude Scherrer had been the form player, winning 2 of their last 5 on hard. Jean Claude Scherrer claimed a first win over Lars Zimmermann in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000-05-08 | Italy F1 | R16 | clay | Lars Zimmermann | 7-6(7) 0-6 6-2 |
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