Mel Purcell def. Russell Simpson
6-2 6-2
Mel Purcell defeated Russell Simpson 6-2 6-2 in the 1982 Los Angeles Open round of 32 on hard courts.
Match Information
Match Statistics
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Player Comparison
| Field | Mel Purcell | Russell Simpson |
|---|---|---|
| Country | USA | NZL |
| Birth date | Jul 18, 1959 | Feb 22, 1954 |
| Age | 22 | 28 |
| Height | 178 cm | 188 cm |
| Handedness | Right-Handed | Right-Handed |
| Backhand style | — | — |
| Ranking (entering) | 38 | 80 |
| Ranking points (entering) | — | — |
| Elo (entering) | 1,863 | 1,656 |
| Current career W-L | 190–164 | 131–195 |
| Current career earnings | $796,760 | $326,467 |
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