1974 Virginia Slims of Philadelphia
The 1974 Virginia Slims of Philadelphia was a women's tennis tournament played on indoor carpet courts at the Palestra in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in the United States that was part of the 1974 Virginia Slims World Championship Series. It was the third edition of the tournament and was held from April 22 through April 28, 1974. Seventh-seeded Olga Morozova won the singles title and earned[lower-alpha 1] $10,000 first-prize money.[1][2]
| 1974 Virginia Slims of Philadelphia | |
|---|---|
| Date | April 22–28 |
| Edition | 3rd |
| Category | Virginia Slims circuit |
| Draw | 32S / 16D |
| Prize money | $50,000 |
| Surface | Carpet (Sportface) / indoor |
| Location | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Venue | Palestra |
| Champions | |
| Singles | |
 Olga Morozova | |
| Doubles | |
 Rosemary Casals Billie Jean King | |
Finals
Singles
Olga Morozova defeated Billie Jean King 7–6(5–2), 6–1
Doubles
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Kerry Harris / Lesley Hunt 6–3, 7–6
Prize money
| Event | W | F | 3rd | 4th | QF | Round of 16 | Round of 32 |
| Singles [1] | $10,000 | $5,600 | $3,000 | $2,600 | $1,400 | $700 | $350 |
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Notes
- Morozova had to hand the prize money over to the Russian Tennis Federation.[1]
References
- John Dolan (2011). Women's Tennis 1968–84: the Ultimate Guide. Remous. pp. 178, 184–185.
- John Barrett, ed. (1974). World of Tennis '75 : a BP and Commercial Union yearbook. London: Queen Anne Press. pp. 155, 159. ISBN 9780362002171.
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