The 1982 Audi Men's World Open Squash Championship is the men's edition of the 1982 World Open, which serves as the individual world championship for squash players. The event took place in the

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, Birmingham in England from the quarter final stage onwards. The event lasted from 6 November until 16 November 1982.

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won his second consecutive World Open title, defeating Dean Williams in the final.
The early rounds were held at squash clubs throughout cities and towns in Britain including matches in

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, Ilkeston and

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Seeds

First round

Draw and results

Notes

The tournament was held at the NEC in Birmingham from the quarter finals stage.

References

External links

World Squash History
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