At the Battle of Providien, "Sphinx", under Captain du Chilleau, was fourth in the French line, behind "Petit Annibal" (Captain de Morard de Galles). She came within pistol range of his opposite number, HMS "Burford" (Captain Peter Rainier) before opening fire. She sustained casualties, with over 20 killed, including Lieutenant Anerchiesna and Lieutenant de Bourdeille, and about 75 wounded, including Ensign d'Aigremont.