1985 Monte Carlo Open Explained

The 1985 Monte Carlo Open, also known by its sponsored name Jacomo Monte Carlo Open, was a men's tennis tournament played on outdoor clay courts at the Monte Carlo Country Club in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France that was part of the 1985 Nabisco Grand Prix. It was the 79th edition of the tournament and was held from 1 April until 7 April 1985. First-seeded Ivan Lendl won the singles title and earned $58,000 first-prize money. On the final Sunday he had to finish his semifinal again defending champion Henrik Sundström before defeating Mats Wilander in a -hour final.[1] [2]

Finals

Singles

Ivan Lendl defeated Mats Wilander, 6–1, 6–3, 4–6, 6–4

Doubles

Pavel Složil / Tomáš Šmíd defeated Shlomo Glickstein / Shahar Perkiss, 6–2, 6–3

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Notes and References

  1. Book: The International Tennis Federation : World of Tennis 1986. 1986. Willow Books. London. 9780002182096. 152–153. John Barrett. John Barrett (tennis).
  2. Web site: McEnroe winner on Connors default . . 8 April 1985.