Andy Roddick was the defending champion but lost in the third round to Fernando Meligeni.
James Blake won in the final 1–6, 7–6(7–5), 6–4 against Paradorn Srichaphan.
Seeds The top eight seeds received a bye to the second round.
Draw
Finals
Top half
Section 1
Section 2
Bottom half
Section 3
Section 4
External links 2002 Legg Mason Tennis Classic draw 2002 Legg Mason Tennis Classic Qualifying draw