Player stats
| Stat | Marat Safin (W) | Pete Sampras (L) |
|---|---|---|
| Seed | #9 | #8 |
| Rank at event | #11 | #10 |
| Ranking points | 1,920 | 1,940 |
| Country | RUS | USA |
| Hand | R | R |
| Age | 21.9 | 30.4 |
| Height (cm) | 193 | 185 |
| Serve stats | ||
| Aces | 22 | 19 |
| Double faults | 4 | 9 |
| Service points | 156 | 163 |
| 1st serve in | 44.9% | 61.3% |
| 1st serve won | 81.4% | 73% |
| 2nd serve won | 57% | 46% |
| Service games | 21 | 21 |
| Break points saved | 6 / 7 | 10 / 14 |