But what looked like a straight-set French victory became more complicated when both men struggled with nerves and consistency late in the third set.
A straight-set victory would have enabled Becker to finish ahead of Gilbert.
The straight-set victory also meant that the winner won the event in straight sets for the fourth year in a row.
All breezed into the round of 16 with straight-set victories.
She qualified for the main draw following three straight-set victories.
In the end, Eric scored a straight-set victory and remained calm.
The first five matches were all straight-set victories.
Sabatini didn't have a useful excuse after surrendering a lead while scant points from a straight-set victory.
The straight-set victory left the fourth-seeded Agassi's confidence very much intact for the next round.
It took some of the gloss off her straight-set victories, making her wonder if she were prepared for a difficult match.
