The 1982 Geneva Open was a men's

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tournament played on outdoor

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s that was part of the 1982 Volvo Grand Prix. It was played at

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and was held from 20 September until 26 September 1982. Second-seeded

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on the singles title.

Finals

Singles

defeated

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7–5, 4–6, 6–4 * It was Wilander's 3rd singles title of the year and of his

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Doubles

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defeated Carl Limberger / Mike Myburg 6–4, 6–0 * It was Složil's 5th title of the year and the 8th of his career. It was Šmíd's 7th title of the year and the 19th of his career.

References

External links

ITF tournament edition details
20th century in Geneva {{ATPtour-competition-stub