1978 South African Open (tennis)

The 1978 South African Open was a men's tennis tournament played on outdoor hard courts in Johannesburg, South Africa that was part of the 1978 Colgate-Palmolive Grand Prix. It was the 75th edition of the tournament and was held from 27 November through 4 December 1978. Tim Gullikson won the singles title.

1978 South African Open
Date27 November – 4 December
Edition75th
CategoryGrand Prix
Draw32S / 16D
Prize money$175,000
SurfaceHard / outdoor
LocationJohannesburg, South Africa
VenueEllis Park Tennis Stadium
Champions
Men's Singles
Tim Gullikson [1]
Men's Doubles
Peter Fleming / Ray Moore [2]

Finals

Singles

Tim Gullikson defeated Harold Solomon 2–6, 7–6, 7–6, 6–7, 6–4 [1]

Doubles

Peter Fleming / Ray Moore defeated Bob Hewitt / Frew McMillan 6–3, 7–6 [2]

References
  1. "1978 Johannesburg Men's Singles draw". Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP).
  2. "1978 Johannesburg Men's Doubles draw". Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP).
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