WTA Torquay 1972 Draw & Results

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Margaret Court won the 1972 Torquay, defeating Virginia Wade 2-6 6-3 6-1 in the final. The WTA 250 event was played November 6–12 on carpet courts in Torquay, United Kingdom.

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Champion
Margaret Court
def. Virginia Wade , 2-6 6-3 6-1
Dates
Nov 6 — Nov 12
Location
Torquay, United Kingdom
Category
WTA 250
Surface
Carpet
Prize money
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Historical categories use documented modern equivalents where available; unresolved editions keep their recorded category. Mapping details.

Results

Match type

Tournament Records

The leading Open Era records for Torquay.

Most Finals

Champion or runner-up finishes. 2 players share this record.

  1. Margaret Court 1 final

Most Match Wins

Recorded main-draw match wins.

  1. Margaret Court 5 wins

Most Appearances

Editions with a recorded main-draw match. 5 players share this record.

  1. Barbara Wanke 1 appearance

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Open Era main-draw singles records from 1968 onward. Ranking records begin where reliable entering rankings are available.

Recent Finals

Recent Torquay finals
WinnerScoreRunner-upH2HMatch DataSeasonSurface
Margaret Court 2-6 6-3 6-1 Virginia Wade H2H Match data 1972 Carpet

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Related Tournaments

Other WTA 250 tournaments in 1972

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Torquay held?
Torquay is held in Torquay, United Kingdom.
Who won the most recent Torquay?
The 1972 Torquay was won by Margaret Court, who defeated Virginia Wade 2-6 6-3 6-1.
When was the first Torquay played?
The first edition of Torquay was held in 1972.
What surface is Torquay played on?
Torquay is played on carpet courts.