Davide Scala defeated Stefan Wauters 7-5 4-6 6-2 in the Italy 5 1 round of 16 on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Stefan Wauters came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Davide Scala claimed a first win over Stefan Wauters in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000-10-02 | Italy 5 1 | SF | clay | Stefan Wauters | 6-1 6-7(6) 6-2 |
| 2000-10-02 | Italy 5 4 | QF | clay | Stefan Wauters | 6-4 6-0 |