Lima Challenger | |
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2022 Lima Challenger | |
ATP Challenger Tour | |
Location | Lima, Peru |
Venue | Club Tennis Las Terrazas de Miraflores |
Category | ATP Challenger Tour |
Surface | Clay (red) |
Draw | 32S/22Q/16D |
Prize money | $50,000+H |
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