Jeff Tarango defeated Rodolphe Gilbert 6-4 7-6 in the London q16 on carpet. The upset overturned the form book — Rodolphe Gilbert came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Jeff Tarango claimed a first win over Rodolphe Gilbert in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997-06-23 | Wimbledon | R128 | grass | Rodolphe Gilbert | 3-6 7-5 7-6 6-4 |
| 1994-08-15 | New Haven | R64 | hard | Rodolphe Gilbert | 6-2 6-2 |
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