Garden Open | |
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ATP Challenger Tour | |
Event name | Roma Open |
Location | Rome, Italy |
Venue | Tennis Club Garden |
Category | ATP Challenger Tour |
Surface | Clay |
Draw | 32S/26Q/16D |
Prize money | €42,500+H |
Website | Website |
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