Joao Cunha Silva defeated Patrick Sommer 6-3 6-3 in the Portugal 2 Masters 4 qualifying round on carpet. The result followed the form book — Joao Cunha Silva came in leading the head-to-head 2–1. Joao Cunha Silva extended the head-to-head to 3–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998-10-03 | Portugal 3 Masters 2 | R16 | carpet | Patrick Sommer | 1-6 6-3 7-5 |
| 1997-09-27 | Portugal 4 Masters 3 | QF | carpet | Joao Cunha Silva | 6-3 6-7 6-2 |
| 1997-09-27 | Portugal 4 Masters 4 | SF | carpet | Joao Cunha Silva | 6-2 6-2 |