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 | |
|---|---|
| Date | February 26 – March 4 |
| Edition | 3rd |
| Category | Grand Prix (A class) |
| Draw | 16S / 8D |
| Prize money | $20,000 |
| Surface | Clay (Green) / outdoor |
| Location | Fort Lauderdale, Florida, U.S. |
| Venue | Tennis Club Stadium |
| Champions | |
| Singles | |
 Chris Evert | |
| Doubles | |
 Gail Sherriff /  Virginia Wade | |
Finals
editSingles
edit Chris Evert defeated Virginia Wade 6–1, 6–2
Doubles
edit Gail Sherriff / Virginia Wade defeated 
Evonne Goolagong / Janet Young 4–6, 6–3, 6–2
References
edit- ^ John Barrett, ed. (1974). World of Tennis '74 : a BP and Commercial Union yearbook. London: Queen Anne Press. pp. 130, 137. ISBN 9780362001686.
- ^ "Chris Evert 'Debut' Set". Palm Beach Daily News. February 25, 1973.