The 1987 South Australian Open was a men's Grand Prix tennis circuit tournament played on outdoor grass courts in Adelaide, Australia. It was the 86th edition of the tournament and was held from 30 December 1986 until 5 January 1987. Seventh-seeded Wally Masur won the singles title.
Wally Masur defeated Bill Scanlon 6âÂÂ4, 7âÂÂ6<sup>(7âÂÂ2)</sup>
Ivan Lendl / Bill Scanlon defeated Peter Doohan / Laurie Warder 6âÂÂ7, 6âÂÂ3, 6âÂÂ4