1977 Washington Star International

The 1977 Washington Star International was a men's tennis tournament and was played on outdoor clay courts in Washington, D.C., USA. It was part of the 1977 Grand Prix circuit and categorized as a 4 star event. It was the 9th edition of the tournament and was held in Washington, D.C. from July 18 through July 25, 1977. First-seeded Guillermo Vilas won the singles title, his second after 1975, and earned the $20,000 first-prize money. The singles final was delayed for two hours due to rain.[3][4]

1977 Washington Star International
DateJuly 18 – 25
Edition9th
CategoryGrand Prix (4 Star)
Draw64S / 32D
Prize money$125,000
SurfaceClay / outdoor
LocationWashington, D.C., USA
Champions
Singles
Guillermo Vilas [1]
Doubles
John Alexander / Phil Dent [2]

Finals

Singles

Guillermo Vilas defeated Brian Gottfried 6–4, 7–5

Doubles

John Alexander / Phil Dent defeated Fred McNair / Sherwood Stewart 7–5, 7–5

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References
  1. "ATP – 1977 Washington Men's Singles draw". Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP).
  2. "ATP – 1977 Washington Men's Doubles draw". Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP).
  3. John Barrett, ed. (1978). World of Tennis 1978 : a BP yearbook. London: Macdonald and Janes. p. 102. ISBN 9780354090391.
  4. "Vilas Wins Star Net Title". Ocala Star-Banner. AP. July 26, 1977. p. 4B.
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