Player stats
| Stat | Pete Sampras (W) | Patrick Rafter (L) |
|---|---|---|
| Seed | #1 | #2 |
| Rank at event | #1 | #4 |
| Ranking points | 3,705 | 3,271 |
| Country | USA | AUS |
| Hand | R | R |
| Age | 27.9 | 26.6 |
| Height (cm) | 185 | 185 |
| Serve stats | ||
| Aces | 12 | 4 |
| Double faults | 4 | 2 |
| Service points | 67 | 59 |
| 1st serve in | 67.2% | 54.2% |
| 1st serve won | 80% | 71.9% |
| 2nd serve won | 68.2% | 63% |
| Service games | 11 | 10 |
| Break points saved | 1 / 2 | 0 / 2 |