The 1980 Tel Aviv Open was a men's

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tournament played on outdoor

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s that was part of the

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. It was played at the

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in the

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city of

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and was held from October 6 to October 12, 1980. It was the second edition of the tournament. First-seeded

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won the singles title.

Finals

Singles

defeated

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6–2, 6–3 * It was Solomon's 4th singles title of the year and the 22nd and last of his career.

Doubles

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defeated

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/ Cary Leeds 7–6, 6–3 * It was Hjertquist's 2nd title of the year and the 2nd of his career. It was Krulevitz's 2nd title of the year and the 4th of his career.

References

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ITF tournament edition details
{{1980 Volvo Grand Prix