The 1972 Jean Becker Open, also known as the Paris Open, was a men's

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tournament played on indoor

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s. The event was part of the

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and classified as a B category tournament. It was the 3rd edition of the Paris Open (later known as the

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) and took place at the

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in Paris, France, from 30 October through 5 November 1972. First-seeded Stan Smith won the singles title.

Finals

Singles

Stan Smith defeated

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6–2, 6–2, 7–5 * It was Smith's 10th title of the year and the 26th of his career.

Doubles

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defeated

/ Juan Gisbert Sr. 6–3, 6–2 * It was Barthès' only title of the year and the 4th of his career. It was Jauffret's only title of the year and the 2nd of his career.

References

External links

ATP tournament profile
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