1971 Virginia Slims of Oklahoma City

The 1971 Virginia Slims of Oklahoma City was a women's tennis tournament played on indoor carpet courts at the Frederickson Field House Arena in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma in the United States that was part of the 1971 WT Pro Tour. It was the inaugural edition of the tournament and was held from January 29 through February 1, 1971. First-seeded Billie Jean King won the singles title and earned $2,500 first-prize money.[1][2]

1971 Virginia Slims of Oklahoma City
DateJanuary 29 – February 1
Edition1st
Draw16S / 4D
Prize money$12,500
SurfaceCarpet (Sportface) / indoor
LocationOklahoma City, Oklahoma, U.S.
VenueFrederickson Field House Arena
Champions
Singles
Billie Jean King
Doubles
Rosie Casals / Billie Jean King

Finals

Singles

Billie Jean King defeated Rosie Casals 1–6, 7–6, 6–4

Doubles

Rosie Casals / Billie Jean King defeated Mary-Ann Eisel / Valerie Ziegenfuss 6–7, 6–0, 7–5

Prize money

Event W F SF QF Round of 16
Singles [1] $2,500 $1,800 $1,200 $600 $300

References

  1. John Dolan (2011). Women's Tennis 1968–84: the Ultimate Guide. Remous. pp. 80, 84.
  2. John Barrett, ed. (1971). World of Tennis '72. London: Queen Anne Press. p. 158. ISBN 9780362001037. OCLC 86035663.
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