Nicole Sewell defeated Kristen Van Elden 2-6 6-4 6-3 in the Australia Circuit 4 40K round of 16 on grass. The upset overturned the form book — Kristen Van Elden came in leading the head-to-head 2–0, defending last year's quarter-final. Nicole Sewell claimed a first win over Kristen Van Elden in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001-03-05 | Australia Circuit 1 40K | R32 | grass | Kristen Van Elden | 6-7(6) 6-1 6-0 |
| 2001-03-05 | Australia Circuit 2 40K | QF | grass | Kristen Van Elden | 6-2 6-2 |