The 1984 WCT Tournament of Champions was a men's

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tournament played on outdoor

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s in Forest Hills,

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in the United States that was part of the World Championship Tennis circuit. It was the eighth edition of the tournament and was held from May 6 through May 13, 1984. Second-seeded

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won his second consecutive singles title at the event.

Finals

Singles

defeated Ivan Lendl 6–4, 6–2 * It was McEnroe's 6th singles title of the year and the 52nd of his

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Doubles

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defeated

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7–6, 7–5

References

External links

International Tennis Federation Tournament (ITF) – tournament edition details
{{1984 World Championship Tennis circuit 1984 World Championship Tennis circuit World Championship Tennis Tournament of Champions

WCT Tournament of Champions The WCT Tournament of Champions (also Shakeys Tournament of Champions for sponsorship purposes in 1977 and 1978) is a defunct men's tennis tournament that was held on the WCT Tour from 1977–1990. It was held in Lakeway, Texas in 1977, Las Vegas, ...

Finals

Singles

Doubles

See also

References

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