Hypo Group Tennis International | |
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Tournament information | |
Founded | 1981 |
Abolished | 2008 |
Editions | 28 |
Location | Pörtschach Austria |
Venue | Werzer Arena |
Category | ATP World Series (1990–1999) ATP International Series (2000–2008) |
Surface | Clay / outdoors |
Draw | 32S / 16D |
Prize money | €450,000 |
Website | Official website |
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