Michel Deville defeated Chemseddine Belal 6-2 6-1 in the Netherlands 4 qualifying round on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Chemseddine Belal came in leading the head-to-head 1–0, but Michel Deville had been the form player, winning 4 of their last 8 on clay. Michel Deville claimed a first win over Chemseddine Belal in two meetings, levelling the head-to-head at 1–1.
Deville M. took it in straight sets.
Michel Deville beat Chemseddine Belal 6-2 6-1. Umpiry, "Michel Deville vs Chemseddine Belal — Netherlands 4 Qualifying Round", https://umpiry.com/match/2000-06-12/belal-vs-deville-netherlands-4-qf?utm_source=cite (as of 12 June 2000).