Diego Hipperdinger defeated Alberto Banus Sado 6-4 6-4 in the Spain 7 Masters 4 round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Alberto Banus Sado came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Diego Hipperdinger claimed a first win over Alberto Banus Sado in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999-05-07 | Spain 5 Masters 4 | R16 | clay | Alberto Banus Sado | 6-4 6-4 |