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1973 Virginia Slims of Washington

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1973 Virginia Slims of Washington
DateJanuary 29 – February 4
Edition2nd
CategoryVirginia Slims circuit
Draw32S / 8D
Prize money$25,000
SurfaceCarpet (Sporteze) / indoor
LocationBethesda, Maryland, U.S.
VenueLinden Hill Racquet Club
Champions
Singles
Australia Margaret Court
Doubles
United States Rosie Casals / United States Julie Heldman
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The 1973 Virginia Slims of Washington was a women's tennis tournament played on indoor carpet courts at the Linden Hill Racquet Club in Bethesda, Maryland in the United States that was part of the 1973 Virginia Slims World Championship Series. It was the second edition of the tournament and was held from January 29 through February 4, 1973.[1] First-seeded Margaret Court won the singles title and earned $10,000 first-prize money.[2]

Finals

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Singles

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Australia Margaret Court defeated Australia Kerry Melville 6–1, 6–2

Doubles

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United States Rosie Casals / United States Julie Heldman defeated Australia Kerry Harris / Australia Kerry Melville 6–3, 6–3

Prize money

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Event W F 3rd 4th QF Round of 16 Round of 32
Singles [1] $6,000 $3,000 $1,950 $1,650 $1,000 $550 $175

References

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  1. ^ a b John Dolan (2011). Women's Tennis 1968–84: the Ultimate Guide. Remous. pp. 144, 146–147.
  2. ^ John Barrett, ed. (1974). World of Tennis '74 : a BP and Commercial Union yearbook. London: Queen Anne Press. p. 184. ISBN 9780362001686.