The 1974 John Player Tournament was a women's tennis tournament played on outdoor grass courts at Devonshire Park in Eastbourne, United Kingdom. The event was part of the Women's International circuit of the 1974 WTA Tour. It was the inaugural edition of the tournament and was held from 17 June through 22 June 1974. First-seeded Chris Evert won the singles title and earned £1,750 ($4,200) first-prize money.[1][2]
| 1974 John Player Tournament | |
|---|---|
| Date | 17–22 June |
| Edition | 1st |
| Category | Women's International Circuit |
| Draw | 48S / 24D |
| Prize money | £9,825 ($23,520) |
| Surface | Grass / outdoor |
| Location | Eastbourne, United Kingdom |
| Venue | Devonshire Park |
| Attendance | 7,260 |
| Champions | |
| Singles | |
 Chris Evert | |
| Doubles | |
 Helen Gourlay / Karen Krantzcke | |
Finals
editSingles
edit Chris Evert defeated 
Virginia Wade 7–5, 6–4
- It was Evert's 9th singles title of the year and the 32nd of her career.
Doubles
edit Helen Gourlay / Karen Krantzcke defeated Chris Evert / 
Olga Morozova 6–2, 6–0
References
edit- ^ John Dolan (2011). Women's Tennis 1968–84: the Ultimate Guide. Remous. pp. 178, 187.
- ^ John Barrett, ed. (1975). World of Tennis '75 : a BP and Commercial Union yearbook. London: Queen Anne Press. p. 308. ISBN 9780362002171.