1977 Philta International
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| 1977 Philta International | |
|---|---|
| Date | 14–20 November |
| Edition | 5th |
| Category | Grand Prix (Two Star) |
| Draw | 32S / 16D |
| Prize money | $75,000 |
| Surface | Clay/ outdoor |
| Location | Manila, Philippines |
| Champions | |
| Singles | |
| West Germany Karl Meiler[1] | |
| Doubles | |
| Australia Chris Kachel / Australia John Marks[2] | |
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The 1977 Philta International was a men's tennis tournament played an outdoor clay courts in Manila, Philippines. It was the fifth edition of the tournament and was held from 14 November through 20 November 1977. The tournament was part of the Grand Prix tennis circuit and categorized as Two Star. Karl Meiler won the singles title and the $13,135 first prize money after first-seeded Manuel Orantes had to default due to a sprained ankle.[3]
Finals
Singles
West Germany Karl Meiler defeated Spain Manuel Orantes def.
- It was Meiler's 1st singles title of the year and the 4th and last of his career.
Doubles
Australia Chris Kachel / Australia John Marks defeated United States Mike Cahill / United States Terry Moor 4–6, 6–0, 7–6
References
- ↑ "1977 Manila – Singles draw". Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP).
- ↑ "1977 Manila – Doubles draw". Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP).
- ↑ John Barrett, ed. (1978). World of Tennis 1978 : a BP yearbook. London: Macdonald and Janes. p. 128. ISBN 9780354090391.