1974 Virginia Slims of Newport

The 1974 Virginia Slims of Newport, was a women's tennis tournament played on outdoor grass courts at the Newport Casino in Newport, Rhode Island in the United States that was part of the 1974 Virginia Slims World Championship Series. It was the fourth edition of the tournament and was held from August 22 through August 26, 1974. First-seeded Chris Evert won the singles title and earned $4,500 first-prize money.[1][2]

1974 Virginia Slims of Newport
DateAugust 22–26
Edition4th
Draw60S / ?D
Prize money$30,000
SurfaceGrass / outdoor
LocationNewport, Rhode Island, U.S.
VenueNewport Casino
Champions
Singles
United States Chris Evert
Doubles
United Kingdom Lesley Charles / United Kingdom Sue Mappin
← 1973 · Virginia Slims of Newport · 1983 →

Finals

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Singles

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  Chris Evert defeated   Betsy Nagelsen 6–4, 6–3

  • It was Evert's 13th singles title of the year and the 36th of her career.

Doubles

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  Lesley Charles /   Sue Mappin defeated   Gail Chanfreau /   Julie Heldman 6–2, 7–5

References

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  1. ^ John Dolan (2011). Women's Tennis 1968–84: the Ultimate Guide. Remous. pp. 178, 188–189.
  2. ^ John Barrett, ed. (1975). World of Tennis '75 : a BP and Commercial Union yearbook. London: Queen Anne Press. p. 160. ISBN 9780362002171.