Arnaud Fontaine advanced when Guillaume Marx retired 4-1 in the Italy F5 round of 32. Arnaud Fontaine claimed a first win over Guillaume Marx in two meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 1–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997-02-01 | France 2 Masters 3 | R32 | clay | Guillaume Marx | 6-3 6-3 |