1972 Virginia Slims of Newport

The 1972 Virginia Slims of Newport, was a women's tennis tournament played on outdoor grass courts at the Newport Casino in Newport, Rhode Island in the United States that was part of the 1972 Virginia Slims World Championship Series. It was the second edition of the tournament and was held from August 22 through August 26, 1972. Sixth-seeded Margaret Court won the singles title and earned $3,400 first-prize money.[1][2]

1972 Virginia Slims of Newport
DateAugust 22–26
Edition2nd
Draw32S / ?D
Prize money$18,000
SurfaceGrass / outdoor
LocationNewport, Rhode Island, U.S.
VenueNewport Casino
Champions
Singles
Margaret Court
Doubles
Margaret Court / Lesley Hunt

Finals

Singles

Margaret Court defeated Billie Jean King 6–4, 6–1

Doubles

Margaret Court / Lesley Hunt defeated Rosemary Casals / Billie Jean King 6–2, 6–2

Prize money

Event W F 3rd 4th QF Round of 16 Round of 32
Singles [1] $3,400 $2,000 $1,600 $1,300 $750 $350 $150

References

  1. John Dolan (2011). Women's Tennis 1968–84: the Ultimate Guide. Remous. pp. 114, 129–130.
  2. John Barrett, ed. (1973). World of Tennis '73 : a BP and Commercial Union yearbook. London: Queen Anne Press. p. 132. ISBN 9780671216238.
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