WTA Australian Open 1981 Draw, Results & Schedule

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Martina Navratilova won the 1981 Australian Open, defeating Chris Evert 6-7(4) 6-4 7-5 in the final. The Grand Slam was played on grass courts in Melbourne, Australia, from November 30 to December 14, 1981.

Champion
def. Chris Evert , 6-7(4) 6-4 7-5
Dates
Nov 30 — Dec 14
Location
Melbourne, Australia
Category
Grand Slam
Surface
Grass
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Where is Australian Open held?
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