The 1987 Livingston Open was a men's

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tournament played on outdoor hard courts that was part of the

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. It was played at

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in the

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from July 13 through July 20, 1987. First-seeded

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won the singles title.

Finals

Singles

defeated

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7–6, 3–6, 6–2 * It was Kriek's only singles title of the year and the 14th of his career.

Doubles

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/ Greg Holmes defeated

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7–6, 6–3 * It was Donnelly's 2nd title of the year and the 7th of his career. It was Holmes' only title of the year and the 1st of his career.

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