| Quito Challenger | |
|---|---|
| ATP Challenger Tour | |
| Location | Quito Ecuador |
| Venue | Club Rancho San Francisco |
| Category | ATP Challenger Series |
| Surface | Clay / Outdoors |
| Draw | 32S/32Q/16D |
| Prize money | $40,000+H |
| Website | challengerquito.com |
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