Petr Dezort defeated Milen Velev 4-6 6-2 6-2 in the Egypt 1 2 semi-final on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Milen Velev came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Petr Dezort claimed a first win over Milen Velev in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998-05-02 | Bulgaria Masters 3 | F | clay | Milen Velev | 3-6 6-1 6-4 |