Yuri Schukin defeated Melvyn Op Der Heijde 6-1 3-6 7-5 in the Netherlands Masters 4 qualifying round on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Melvyn Op Der Heijde came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Yuri Schukin claimed a first win over Melvyn Op Der Heijde in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998-06-15 | Netherlands Masters 3 | R16 | clay | Melvyn Op Der Heijde | 7-5 4-6 6-3 |
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