1976 Virginia Slims of Akron
The 1976 Virginia Slims of Akron, also known as the Akron Tennis Open, was a women's tennis tournament played on indoor courts at the Richfield Coliseum in Akron, Ohio in the United States that was part of the 1976 Virginia Slims circuit. It was the fourth edition of the tournament and was held from February 3 through February 8, 1976. Evonne Goolagong Cawley won the singles title.[1][2]
| 1976 Virginia Slims of Akron | |
|---|---|
| Date | February 3–8 |
| Edition | 4th |
| Category | Virginia Slims circuit |
| Draw | 16S / 8D |
| Prize money | $75,000 |
| Surface | Carpet (i) |
| Location | Akron, USA |
| Venue | Richfield Coliseum |
| Champions | |
| Singles | |
.svg.png.webp){kind=small} Evonne Goolagong Cawley | |
| Doubles | |
.svg.png.webp){kind=small} Brigitte Cuypers /  Mona Guerrant | |
Finals
Singles
Evonne Goolagong Cawley defeated 
Virginia Wade 6–2, 3–6, 6–2
Doubles
Brigitte Cuypers / Mona Guerrant defeated Glynis Coles / .svg.png.webp){kind=small}
Florenţa Mihai 6–4, 7–6
References
- John Barrett, ed. (1977). World of Tennis 1977 : a BP yearbook. London: Macdonald and Janes. p. 157. ISBN 9780354090117.
- John Dolan (2011). Women's Tennis 1968–84: the Ultimate Guide. Remous. p. 236.
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