1973 South African Open (tennis)


The 1973 South African Open was a combined men's and women's tennis tournament played on outdoor hard courts in Johannesburg, South Africa that was part of the 1973 Commercial Union Assurance Grand Prix. It was the 70th edition of the tournament and was held from 14 November through 27 November 1973. Jimmy Connors and Chris Evert won the singles titles.

Finals

Men's singles

defeated Arthur Ashe 6–4, 7–6, 6–3

Women's singles

defeated Evonne Goolagong 6–3, 6–3

Men's doubles

/ Tom Okker defeated Lew Hoad / Robert Maud 6–2, 4–6, 6–2, 6–4

Women's doubles

/ Ilana Kloss defeated Chris Evert / Virginia Wade 7–6, 2–6, 6–1