The 1990 KAL Cup Korea Open was a men's

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tournament played on outdoor hard courts that was part of the

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of the

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. It was the fourth edition of the

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and was played in

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, South Korea from April 16 through April 23, 1990. Unseeded

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won the singles title.

Finals

Singles

defeated

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7–6, 6–3 * It was Antonitsch's only title of the year and the 3rd of his career.

Doubles

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defeated

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7–6, 6–4 * It was Connell's 1st title of the year and the 2nd of his career. It was Michibata's 1st title of the year and the 2nd of his career.

References

External links

ITF tournament edition details
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