The 1983 International Open (officially the 1983 Jameson International Open) was a professional

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tournament that took place between 1 and 9 October 1983 at the Eldon Square Recreation Centre in

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, England.

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won the tournament, beating

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9–4 in the final. Television coverage was on

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Summary

The defending champion Tony Knowles was defeated by John Spencer in the last 16 round.

beat

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9–8 in the first semi-final after winning the last four frames. At one stage Griffiths had led 5–1.

beat

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9–2 in the second semi-final.

met

in the final. Davis led 6–2 after the afternoon session and eventually won 9–4. He took the first prize of £24,000 for his win and another £1,500 for the high break prize, for a break of 120 against

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at the last-16 stage.

Main draw

Qualifying

The final qualifying round was played at the Romiley Forum in

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in September.

Final qualifying round

References

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