The 1971 Virginia Slims of San Diego was a women's tennis tournament played on outdoor hard courts at the Morley Field Sports Complex in San Diego, California in the United States that was part of the 1971 Women's Tennis Circuit. It was the inaugural edition of the tournament and was held from April 22 through April 25, 1971. First-seeded Billie Jean King won the singles title and earned $2,5000 first-prize money.[1][2]
| 1971 Virginia Slims of San Diego | |
|---|---|
| Date | April 22–25 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Category | WT Pro Tour |
| Draw | 16S / 4D [1] |
| Prize money | $12,500 |
| Surface | Hard / outdoor |
| Location | San Diego, California U.S. |
| Venue | Morley Field Sports Complex |
| Champions | |
| Singles | |
 Billie Jean King | |
| Doubles | |
| Rosie Casals / Billie Jean King | |
Finals edit
Singles edit
Billie Jean King defeated Rosie Casals 4–6, 7–5, 6–1
Doubles edit
Rosie Casals / Billie Jean King defeated 
Françoise Dürr / 
Judy Tegart Dalton 6–7, 6–2, 6–3
References edit
- ^ a b John Dolan (2011). Women's Tennis 1968–84: the Ultimate Guide. Remous. pp. 80, 89.
- ^ John Barrett, ed. (1972). World of Tennis '72. London: Queen Anne Press. p. 159. ISBN 9780362001037. OCLC 86035663.