1970 Washington Star International

The 1970 Washington Star International was a men's tennis tournament and was played on outdoor clay courts. It was the second edition of the tournament and was part of the 1970 Grand Prix circuit and categorized as a Class 2 event. It was held at the Rock Creek Park in Washington, D.C. from July 13 through July 19, 1970. Cliff Richey won the singles title and earned a $7,000 first prize.[3][4]

1970 Washington Star International
DateJuly 13–19
Edition2nd
CategoryGrand Prix (Class 2)
Draw64S / 32D
Prize money$35,000
SurfaceClay / outdoor
LocationWashington, D.C., United States
VenueRock Creek Park
Champions
Singles
Cliff Richey [1]
Doubles
Bob Hewitt / Frew McMillan [2]

Finals

Singles

Cliff Richey defeated Arthur Ashe 7–5, 6–2, 6–1

Doubles

Bob Hewitt/ Frew McMillan defeated Ilie Năstase / Ion Țiriac 7–5, 6–0

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References
  1. "1970 Washington Singles draw". Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP).
  2. "1970 Washington Doubles draw". Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP).
  3. "Cliff Richey Defeats Ashe to Win Start Tennis Tourney". Gettysburg Times. July 20, 1970.
  4. "Richey Trips Ashe in Washington Net". Schenectady Gazette. July 20, 1970.
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