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1971 Virginia Slims Invitational of New York

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1971 Virginia Slims Invitational of New York
DateMarch 24–27
Edition1st
CategoryWT Pro Tour
Draw16S
Prize money$15,000
SurfaceCarpet / indoor
LocationNew York, United States
Venue34th Street Armory
Attendance4,500
Champions
Singles
United States Rosie Casals
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The 1971 Virginia Slims Invitational of New York was a women's tennis tournament that took place at the 34th Street Armory in New York in the United States. It was part of the 1971 Virginia Slims Circuit and was held from March 24 through March 27, 1971. Second-seeded Rosie Casals won the tournament and earned $5,000 first-prize money.[1]

Finals

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Singles

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United States Rosie Casals defeated United States Billie Jean King 6–4, 6–4

Prize money

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Event W F 3rd 4th QF Round of 16
Singles [1] $5,000 $3,000 $1,300 $1,200 $600 $300

References

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  1. ^ a b John Dolan (2011). Women's Tennis 1968–84: the Ultimate Guide. Remous. pp. 80, 87.