Julian Knowle defeated Vladimir Voltchkov 7-6 7-5 in the France F7 semi-final on carpet. The upset overturned the form book — Vladimir Voltchkov came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Julian Knowle claimed a first win over Vladimir Voltchkov in two meetings, levelling the head-to-head at 1–1.
Knowle J. took it in straight sets.
Julian Knowle beat Vladimir Voltchkov 7-6(5) 7-5. Umpiry, "Julian Knowle vs Vladimir Voltchkov — France F7 Semi-final", https://umpiry.com/match/2000-03-18/knowle-vs-voltchkov-france-f7-sf?utm_source=cite (as of 18 March 2000).