The 1989 Spanish Open was a women's

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tournament played on outdoor clay courts at the

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in Spain that was part of the Category 2 tier of the

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. It was the eighth edition of the tournament and was held from 25 April until 30 April 1989. Second-seeded

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won the singles title.

Finals

Singles

defeated

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6–2, 5–7, 6–1 * It was Sánchez's 1st singles title of the year and the 2nd of her

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Doubles

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defeated

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6–2, 2–6, 7–6^(7–3) * It was Novotná's 5th title of the year and the 17th of her career. It was Scheuer-Larsen's 1st title of the year and the 5th of her career.

References

External links

ITF tournament edition details

WTA tournament draws
{{1989 WTA Tour