The 1986 Virginia Slims of Houston was a women's tennis tournament played on outdoor clay courts at the Westside Tennis Club in Houston, Texas in the United States and was part of the 1986 WTA Tour. It was the 16th edition of the tournament and was held from May 5 through May 11, 1986. First-seeded Chris Evert-Lloyd won the singles title.[1][2]
| 1986 Virginia Slims of Houston | |
|---|---|
| Date | May 5–11 |
| Edition | 16th |
| Draw | 32S / 16D |
| Prize money | $150,000 |
| Surface | Clay / outdoor |
| Location | Houston, TX, U.S. |
| Venue | Westside Tennis Club |
| Champions | |
| Singles | |
 Chris Evert-Lloyd | |
| Doubles | |
Chris Evert-Lloyd /  Wendy Turnbull | |
Finals
editSingles
edit Chris Evert-Lloyd defeated Kathy Rinaldi 6–4, 2–6, 6–4
- It was Evert-Lloyd's 5th singles title of the year and the 147th of her career.
Doubles
edit Chris Evert-Lloyd / Wendy Turnbull defeated Elise Burgin / JoAnne Russell 6–2, 6–4
References
edit- ^ John Barrett, ed. (1987). The International Tennis Federation : World of Tennis 1987. London: Willow Books. pp. 182, 190. ISBN 9780002182522.
- ^ Gossett, Peggy, ed. (1987). 1987 Women's International Tennis Association Media Guide. Miami: WITA. p. 303.