| Singles | |
|---|---|
| 2017 Aircel Chennai Open | |
| Champion |
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| Runner-up |
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| Final score | 6–3, 6–4 |
| Draw | 28 (4Q / 3WC) |
| Seeds | 8 |
Stan Wawrinka is the three-time defending champion, but chose to compete in Brisbane instead.
Roberto Bautista Agut won the title, defeating Daniil Medvedev in the final, 6–3, 6–4.
The top four seeds received a bye into the second round.