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| Oberstaufen Cup | |
|---|---|
 2014 Oberstaufen Cup | |
| ATP Challenger Tour | |
| Event name | Oberstaufen Cup |
| Location | Oberstaufen, Germany |
| Venue | TC Blau-Weiß Oberstaufen |
| Category | ATP Challenger Tour |
| Surface | Clay (red) |
| Draw | 32S/12Q/16D |
| Prize money | €30,000+H |
| Website | Website |
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