1975 Barnett Bank Tennis Classic
The 1975 Barnett Bank Tennis Classic was a women's tennis tournament played on outdoor green clay courts at the Orlando Racquet Club in Orlando, Florida in the United States. It was part of the Women's International Grand Prix of the 1975 WTA Tour. It was the second and last edition of the tournament and was held from October 13 through October 19, 1975. First-seeded Chris Evert won the singles title and earned $10,000 first-prize money after Martina Navratilova had to forfeit her singles and doubles finals due to bursitis in her left shoulder.[1]
| 1975 Barnett Bank Tennis Classic | |
|---|---|
| Date | October 13–19 |
| Edition | 2nd |
| Category | Grand Prix |
| Draw | 56S / 16D |
| Prize money | $50,000 |
| Surface | Clay / outdoor |
| Location | Orlando, Florida, U.S. |
| Venue | Orlando Racquet Club |
| Champions | |
| Singles | |
 Chris Evert | |
| Doubles | |
| Rosemary Casals / Wendy Overton | |
Finals
Singles
Chris Evert defeated 
Martina Navratilova walkover
- It was Evert's 15th singles title of the year and the 54th of her career.
Doubles
Rosemary Casals / Wendy Overton defeated Chris Evert / Martina Navratilova walkover
Prize money
| Event | W | F | SF | QF | Round of 16 | Round of 32 | Round of 64 |
| Singles [1] | $10,000 | $4,100 | $2,600 | $1,300 | $600 | $350 | $200 |
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References
- John Dolan (2011). Women's Tennis 1968–84: the Ultimate Guide. Remous. pp. 178, 189.
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