The 1979 South African Open was a combined men's and women's tennis tournament played on outdoor hard courts in Johannesburg, South Africa. The men's tournament was part of the 1979 Colgate-Palmolive Grand Prix. It was the 76th edition of the tournament and was held from 27 November through 3 December 1979. Andrew Pattison and Brigitte Cuypers won the singles titles.
Finals
Men's singles Andrew Pattison defeated Víctor Pecci 2–6, 6–3, 6–2, 6–3
Women's singles Brigitte Cuypers defeated Tanya Harford 7–6, 6–2
Men's doubles Bob Hewitt / Frew McMillan defeated Heinz Günthardt / Paul McNamee 1–6, 6–1, 6–4
Men's doubles Lesley Charles / Tanya Harford defeated Françoise Dürr / Marise Kruger 1–6, 6–1, 6–4
References
External links ITF – Johannesburg tournament details