1975 Canadian Open
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| Tournament information | |
|---|---|
| Dates | 13 August – 1 September 1975 |
| Venue | Canadian National Exhibition Stadium |
| City | Toronto |
| Country | Canada |
| Organisation | Snooker Canada[1] |
| Format | Non-ranking event |
| Total prize fund | $10,000 |
| Winner's share | $5,000 |
| Highest break |  Cliff Thorburn (CAN) (142) |
| Final | |
| Champion |  Alex Higgins |
| Runner-up |  John Pulman |
| Score | 15–7 |
← 1974 1976 → | |
The 1975 Canadian Open was the second edition of the professional invitational snooker tournament, the Canadian Open, which took place between 13 August and 1 September 1975.[2][3] It was also referred to as the "Plus Cigarettes International".[1]
Alex Higgins won the title defeating John Pulman 15–7 in the final.[4] 81 players entered. There was a total prize fund of $10,000, with $5,000 awarded to the winner and $2,000 for the runner-up. Cliff Thorburn compiled the highest break of the tournament, 142.[1]