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, outh Africa that was part of the 1985 Nabisco Grand Prix. It was the 82nd edition of the tournament and was held from 7 through 13 October 1985. Unseeded Matt Anger won the singles title.

Finals

Singles

Matt Anger defeated Brad Gilbert 6–4, 3–6, 6–3, 6–2 * It was Anger's only singles title of his career.

Doubles

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3–6, 7–6, 6–4

References

External links

ATP Tournament Profile

ITF – Johannesburg Tournament Details
{{1985 Nabisco Grand Prix South African Open South African Open (tennis)

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