| 1967 South American Championships | |
|---|---|
| Date | 30 October to 5 November |
| Edition | 25th |
| Category | ILTF South American Circuit |
| Draw | 32 |
| Surface | Clay / Outdoor |
| Location | Buenos Aires, Argentina |
| Venue | Buenos Aires Lawn Tennis Club |
The 1967 South American Championships [1] was a combined men's and women's tennis tournament played on outdoor clay courts at the Buenos Aires Lawn Tennis Club in Buenos Aires in Argentina.It was the first open edition of the tournament and was held from 30 October through 5 November 1967. [1] Cliff Richey and Billie Jean King won the singles titles.
Cliff Richey defeated 
José Edison Mandarino 7–5, 6–8, 6–3, 6–3 [2]
Billie Jean King defeated Rosemary Casals 6–3, 3–6, 6–2
Francoise Durr / 
Norma Baylon defeated Rosemary Casals / Billie Jean King 6–8, 6–4, 6–3 [3]
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