2008 Grand Prix Hassan II Guccione, Florent Serra and Victor Hănescu. Gilles Simon defeated Julien Benneteau, 7–5, 6–2 Albert Montañés / Santiago Ventura defeated James Cerretani / Todd Perry, 6–1, 6–2 2008 Grand Prix Hassan II The 2008 Grand Prix Hassan II was a men's tennis tournament played on outdoor clay courts. It was the 24th edition of the Grand Prix Hassan II, and was part of the International Series of the 2008 ATP Tour. It took place at the Complexe Al Amal in Casablanca, Morocco, from 18 May through 25 May 2008. The main draw was led by Australian Open runner-up and Sydney doubles
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