Player stats
| Stat | Nicolas Kiefer (W) | Patrick Rafter (L) |
|---|---|---|
| Seed | - | #5 |
| Rank at event | #33 | #5 |
| Ranking points | 1,089 | 3,134 |
| Country | GER | AUS |
| Hand | R | R |
| Age | 21.6 | 26.1 |
| Height (cm) | 183 | 185 |
| Serve stats | ||
| Aces | 8 | 9 |
| Double faults | 5 | 9 |
| Service points | 110 | 122 |
| 1st serve in | 48.2% | 60.7% |
| 1st serve won | 73.6% | 68.9% |
| 2nd serve won | 54.4% | 45.8% |
| Service games | 16 | 17 |
| Break points saved | 8 / 12 | 10 / 14 |