The 1988 Livingston Open was a men's

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tournament played on outdoor hard courts that was part of the

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. It was played at Newark Academy in Livingston, New Jersey in the

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from August 15 through August 21, 1988. First-seeded

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won the singles title.

Finals

Singles

defeated Jeff Tarango 6–2, 6–4 * It was Agassi's 6th singles title of the year and the 7th of his

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Doubles

Grant Connell /

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defeated

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/ Sammy Giammalva Jr. 2–6, 6–4, 7–5 * It was Connell's only title of the year and the 1st of his career. It was Michibata's only title of the year and the 1st of his career.

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ITF tournament edition details
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