The 1971 Midlands International, also known as the Omaha International, was a men's

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tournament played on indoor

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s at the City Auditorium in

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, in the United States that was part of the 1971 USLTA Indoor Circuit. It was the third edition of the event and was held from January 25 through January 31, 1971. The event was sponsored by the

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of Omaha. First-seeded

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won the singles title and earned $3,000 first-prize money.

Finals

Singles

defeated

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6–4, 6–3, 6–1 * It was Năstase's 1st singles title of the year and 5th of his

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Doubles

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defeated Jim McManus / Jim Osborne 6–4, 4–6, 6–4

References

External links

ATP tournament overview
{{1971 USLTA Indoor Circuit Midlands International Midlands International Midlands International