Joana Cortez defeated Nicole Melch 4-6 7-5 6-3 in the Mexico Circuit 1 40K quarter-final on hard. The result followed the form book — Joana Cortez came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Joana Cortez extended the head-to-head to 3–0.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003-10-06 | Lafayette LA 25K | R32 | clay | Joana Cortez | 6-3 6-2 |
| 2001-04-16 | Coatzacoalcos 25K | R32 | hard | Joana Cortez | 6-3 7-5 |