The 1976 Colgate International was a women's tennis tournament played on outdoor grass courts at Devonshire Park in Eastbourne in the United Kingdom. The event was part of the 1976 WTA Tour. It was the third edition of the tournament and was held from 14 June through 20 June 1976.[1] First-seeded Chris Evert won the singles title and earn £9,000 first-prize money.[1][2][3]
| 1976 Colgate International | |
|---|---|
| Date | 14–20 June |
| Edition | 3rd |
| Category | Colgate Series (AA) |
| Draw | 64S / 32D |
| Prize money | $88,500 |
| Surface | Grass / outdoor |
| Location | Eastbourne, United Kingdom |
| Venue | Devonshire Park |
| Champions | |
| Singles | |
 Chris Evert | |
| Doubles | |
Chris Evert / Martina Navratilova  Olga Morozova /  Virginia Wade | |
Finals edit
Singles edit
Chris Evert defeated Virginia Wade 8–6, 6–3
- It was Evert's 7th singles title of the year and the 62nd of her career.
Doubles edit
Chris Evert / Martina Navratilova led Olga Morozova / Virginia Wade 6–4, 1–1 divided due to rain
Prize money edit
| Event | W | F | SF | QF | Round of 16 | Round of 32 | Round of 64 |
| Singles [1] | £9,000 | £5,000 | £2,500 | £1,000 | £600 | £200 | £200 |
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References edit
- ^ a b c John Dolan (2011). Women's Tennis 1968–84: the Ultimate Guide. Remous. pp. 233, 242–243.
- ^ John Barrett, ed. (1977). World of Tennis 1977 : a BP yearbook. London: Macdonald and Janes. p. 260. ISBN 9780354090117.
- ^ "Evert Wins Eastbourne Title". Daily News. Reuters. 21 June 1976. p. 12 – via Google News Archive.