Daniele Balducci defeated Severin Luthi 6-3 6-4 in the Philippines Masters 3 round of 32 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Severin Luthi came in leading the head-to-head 1–0, but Daniele Balducci had been the form player, winning 4 of their last 7 on clay. Daniele Balducci claimed a first win over Severin Luthi in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997-08-23 | Switzerland 1 Masters 3 | QF | clay | Severin Luthi | 6-4 6-2 |