1997 St. Petersburg Open – Singles

Magnus Gustafsson was the defending champion but did not compete that year.

Thomas Johansson won in the final 6–3, 6–4 against Renzo Furlan.

Seeds

 * 1) 🇩🇪 Michael Stich (semifinals)
 * 2) 🇬🇧 Greg Rusedski (second round, withdrew)
 * 3) 🇩🇪 David Prinosil (second round)
 * 4) 🇨🇿 Daniel Vacek (second round)
 * 5) 🇸🇪 Thomas Johansson (champion)
 * 6) 🇸🇰 Karol Kučera (first round)
 * 7) 🇮🇹 Renzo Furlan (final)
 * 8)  Kenneth Carlsen (quarterfinals)