Karina Habsudova defeated Sabine Appelmans 6-3 6-4 in the Sopot round of 16 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Sabine Appelmans came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Karina Habsudova claimed a first win over Sabine Appelmans in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999-06-14 | s Hertogenbosch | R32 | grass | Sabine Appelmans | 6-3 6-3 |
| 1997-04-22 | Budapest | SF | clay | Sabine Appelmans | 6-2 6-4 |