1969 Italian Open (tennis)
| 1969 Italian Open | |
|---|---|
| Date | 21–28 April |
| Edition | 26th |
| Category | Non-tour |
| Draw | 128MS/32WS/32MD |
| Prize money | $14,600 |
| Surface | Ann Haydon-Jones |
The 1969 Italian Open was a combined men's and women's tennis tournament that was played on outdoor clay courts at the Foro Italico in Rome, Italy. It was the 26th edition of the tournament and the first that was open to amateur and professional players.[a] The event was held from 21 April through 28 April 1969 and finished a day late. The singles titles were won by second-seeded John Newcombe and Julie Heldman, the first American female player to win the title in 13 years.[4][5]
Finals
Men's singles
John Newcombe defeated Tony Roche 6–3, 4–6, 6–2, 5–7, 6–3
Women's singles
Julie Heldman defeated Kerry Melville 7–5, 6–3
Men's doubles
Tom Okker / Marty Riessen shared the title with John Newcombe / Tony Roche 4–6, 6–1, susp [b]
Women's doubles
6–3, 3–6, 6–2
Notes
References
- ^ "1969 Rome – Men's singles draw". Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP).
- ^ "1969 Rome – Men's doubles draw". Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP).
- OCLC 502175694.
- OL 21635829M.
- ^ "Newcombe and Miss Heldman Win Italian Titles". The New York Times. UPI. 28 April 1969.