The 2008 Forest Hills Tennis Classic was a women's tennis tournament played on outdoor hard courts. It was the 5th edition of the Forest Hills Tennis Classic, and was part of the Tier IV Series of the 2008 WTA Tour. It took place in Forest Hills, New York City, United States from August 19 through August 23, 2008.
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