1997 Japan Open Tennis Championships – Men's singles explained

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Pete Sampras was the defending champion,^[1] but did not participate.

Richard Krajicek won the title, defeating Lionel Roux 6–2, 3–6, 6–1 in the final.^[2]

Seeds

The top eight seeds received a bye into the second round.

Draw

Top half

Section 2

Bottom half

Section 4

External links

• Draw

Notes and References

1. Web site: Sampras Serves Up a Japan Open Title. 22 April 1996. Los Angeles Times. 22 April 2017.
2. Web site: Krajicek Rallies To Beat Roux In Japan Open. 21 April 1997. Orlando Sentinel. 22 April 2017.