1973 Virginia Slims of Fort Lauderdale

The 1973 Virginia Slims of Fort Lauderdale, also known as the S&H Green Stamp Tennis Classic, was a women's tennis tournament played on outdoor clay courts in Fort Lauderdale, Florida in the United States that was part of the 1973 Women's Grand Prix Circuit (A class). It was the third edition of the tournament and was held from February 26 through March 4, 1973. First-seeded Chris Evert won the singles title.[1][2]

1973 Virginia Slims of Fort Lauderdale
DateFebruary 26 – March 4
Edition3rd
CategoryGrand Prix (A class)
Draw16S/8D
Prize money$20,000
SurfaceClay (Green) / outdoor
LocationFort Lauderdale, Florida, U.S.
VenueTennis Club Stadium
Champions
Singles
Chris Evert
Doubles
Gail Sherriff / Virginia Wade

Finals

Singles

Chris Evert defeated Virginia Wade 6–1, 6–2

Doubles

Gail Sherriff / Virginia Wade defeated Evonne Goolagong / Janet Young 4–6, 6–3, 6–2

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See also

References

  1. John Barrett, ed. (1974). World of Tennis '74 : a BP and Commercial Union yearbook. London: Queen Anne Press. pp. 130, 137. ISBN 9780362001686.
  2. "Chris Evert 'Debut' Set". Palm Beach Daily News. February 25, 1973.
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