Genius Chidzikwe defeated Claude Ngoran 6-3 6-4 in the Nigeria F4 qualifying round on hard. The upset overturned the form book — Claude Ngoran came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Genius Chidzikwe claimed a first win over Claude Ngoran in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002-07-15 | West Africa 2 | QF | hard | Claude Ngoran | 7-6(3) 6-1 |
| 2002-07-15 | West Africa 3 | SF | hard | Claude Ngoran | 6-3 4-6 6-4 |