The 1987 Benson and Hedges Open was a men's Grand Prix

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tournament played on outdoor hard courts in

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, New Zealand. It was the 20th edition of the

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and was held from 5 January to 11 January 1987. First-seeded

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won the singles title.

Finals

Singles

defeated Michiel Schapers 6–2, 6–3, 6–4 * It was Mečíř's 1st title of the year and the 6th of his career.

Doubles

Kelly Jones / Brad Pearce defeated Carl Limberger /

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7–6, 7–6 * It was Jones's only title of the year and the 1st of his career. It was Pearce's only title of the year and the 2nd of his career.

References

External links

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ATP – tournament profile

ITF – tournament edition details
Heineken Open

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