The 1972 Virginia Slims Conquistadores, also known as the Tucson Conquistadores Women's Tennis Tournament, was a women's tennis tournament played on outdoor hardcourts at the Tucson Racquet Club in Tucson, Arizona in the United States that was part of the 1972 Women's Tennis Circuit. It was the inaugural edition of the tournament and was held from April 17 through April 23, 1972. First-seeded Billie Jean King won the singles title and earned $3,400 first-prize money.[1][2]
| 1972 Virginia Slims Conquistadores | |
|---|---|
| Date | April 17–23 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Category | Virginia Slims Pro Tour Grand Prix Circuit |
| Draw | 32S / 12D |
| Prize money | $18,000 |
| Surface | Hard / outdoor |
| Location | Tucson, Arizona, U.S. |
| Venue | Tucson Racquet Club |
| Champions | |
| Singles | |
 Billie Jean King | |
| Doubles | |
 Kerry Harris / Karen Krantzcke | |
Finals
editSingles
edit Billie Jean King defeated 
Françoise Dürr 6–0, 6–3
Doubles
edit Kerry Harris / Karen Krantzcke defeated Judy Dalton / Françoise Dürr 6–3, 6–7, 6–3
Prize money
edit| Event | W | F | 3rd | 4th | QF | Round of 16 | Round of 32 |
| Singles [1] | $3,400 | $2,400 | $1,600 | $1,300 | $750 | $350 | $150 |
|---|
References
edit- ^ a b John Dolan (2011). Women's Tennis 1968–84: the Ultimate Guide. Remous. pp. 114, 122–123.
- ^ John Barrett, ed. (1973). World of Tennis '73 : a BP and Commercial Union yearbook. London: Queen Anne Press. pp. 131, 157. ISBN 9780671216238.