Virginia Slims of Albuquerque facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Virginia Slims of Albuquerque |
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| Event name | Virginia Slims of Albuquerque |
| Tour | WTA Tour |
| Ended | 1991 |
| Court type | Hard |
The Virginia Slims of Albuquerque was a special tennis competition for women. It was part of the WTA Tour, which is a big group that organizes professional women's tennis matches around the world. This tournament was held for a short time, from 1989 to 1991.
About the Tournament
This tennis event took place in Albuquerque, New Mexico, in the United States. Players competed on outdoor hard courts, which are tennis courts with a firm surface, often made of asphalt or concrete. The tournament was held only three times before it stopped.
Who Played and Won?
Even though it was a short-lived tournament, some famous tennis players competed and won titles here.
In 1989, the singles champion was 
Lori McNeil from the USA. She played against 
Elna Reinach in the final and won.
The 1990 singles title went to 
Jana Novotná. She was a well-known player from Czechoslovakia. She defeated 
Laura Gildemeister in a close match.
In the final year, 1991, Gigi Fernández won the singles championship. She was also from the USA and beat 
Julie Halard from France.
For the doubles matches, where two players team up, there were also exciting finals:
- In 1989,
Nicole Provis and Elna Reinach won the doubles title. - In 1990, the American team of Meredith McGrath and Anne Smith were the champions.
- The last doubles title in 1991 was won by Katrina Adams and Isabelle Demongeot.
