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tournament played on indoor hard courts in

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which was part of Tier III of the

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. It was the 8th edition of the tournament and was held from 20 October until 26 October 2003. First-seeded

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claimed the singles title, marking her third consecutive at the event and fourth in total, and earned $35,000 first-prize money.

Finals

Singles

defeated

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, 6–2, 7–5 * This was Clijsters' 8th singles title of the year and the 18th of her

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Doubles

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defeated

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, 6–1, 6–4

References

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ITF tournament edition details

Tournament draws
{{2003 WTA Tour SEAT Luxembourg Open Luxembourg Open 2003 in Luxembourgian tennis