1982 Bordeaux Open
tennis tournament
The 1982 Bordeaux Open also known as the Grand Prix Passing Shot was a men's tennis tournament played on outdoor clay courts at Villa Primrose in Bordeaux, France that was part of the 1982 Volvo Grand Prix. It was the fourth edition of the tournament and was held from 23 September until 26 September 1982. The tournament changed all matches to best of three sets. Fourth-seeded Hans Gildemeister won the singles title.
Finals
Singles
Hans Gildemeister defeated Pablo Arraya 7–5, 6–1
It was Gildemeister's 1st singles title of the year and the 4th and last of his career.
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