Player stats
| Stat | Roger Federer (W) | Gustavo Kuerten (L) |
|---|---|---|
| Seed | #11 | #2 |
| Rank at event | #14 | #7 |
| Ranking points | 1,885 | 2,495 |
| Country | SUI | BRA |
| Hand | R | R |
| Age | 20.7 | 25.6 |
| Height (cm) | 185 | 190 |
| Serve stats | ||
| Aces | 7 | 4 |
| Double faults | 4 | 2 |
| Service points | 69 | 80 |
| 1st serve in | 50.7% | 63.8% |
| 1st serve won | 68.6% | 58.8% |
| 2nd serve won | 50% | 41.4% |
| Service games | 10 | 11 |
| Break points saved | 9 / 12 | 9 / 15 |