1978 Richmond WCT
The 1978 Richmond WCT, also known by its sponsored name United Virginia Bank Classic, was a men's tennis tournament played on indoor carpet courts in Richmond, Virginia, United States. The event was part WCT Tour which was incorporated into the 1978 Colgate-Palmolive Grand Prix circuit. It was the 13th edition of the tournament and was held from January 30 through February 5, 1978. Second-seeded Vitas Gerulaitis won the singles title. Finals. Singles. Vitas Gerulaitis defeated John Newcombe 6–3, 6–4 Doubles. Bob Hewitt / Frew McMillan defeated Vitas Gerulaitis / Sandy Mayer 6–3, 7–5 1978 Richmond WCT