1970 Washington Star International

The 1970 Washington Star International was a men's tennis tournament and was played on outdoor clay courts. It was the second edition of the tournament and was part of the 1970 Grand Prix circuit and categorized as a Class 2 event. It was held at the Rock Creek Park in Washington, D.C. from July 13 through July 19, 1970. Cliff Richey won the singles title and earned a $7,000 first prize.[3][4]

1970 Washington Star International
DateJuly 13–19
Edition2nd
CategoryGrand Prix (Class 2)
Draw64S / 32D
Prize money$35,000
SurfaceClay / outdoor
LocationWashington, D.C., United States
VenueRock Creek Park
Champions
Singles
United States Cliff Richey[1]
Doubles
South Africa Bob Hewitt / South Africa Frew McMillan[2]
← 1969 · Washington Open · 1971 →

Finals

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Singles

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  Cliff Richey defeated   Arthur Ashe 7–5, 6–2, 6–1

Doubles

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  Bob Hewitt/   Frew McMillan defeated   Ilie Năstase /   Ion Țiriac 7–5, 6–0

References

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  1. ^ "1970 Washington – Singles draw". Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP).
  2. ^ "1970 Washington – Doubles draw". Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP).
  3. ^ "Cliff Richey Defeats Ashe to Win Start Tennis Tourney". Gettysburg Times. July 20, 1970.
  4. ^ "Richey Trips Ashe in Washington Net". Schenectady Gazette. July 20, 1970.
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