WTA Newport 1985 Draw & Results

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Chris Evert won the 1985 Newport, defeating Pam Shriver 6-4 6-1 in the final. The WTA 250 event was played July 15–21 on grass courts in Newport, United States.

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Champion
Chris Evert
def. Pam Shriver , 6-4 6-1
Dates
Jul 15 — Jul 21
Location
Newport, United States
Category
WTA 250
Surface
Grass
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 Newport.

Most Finals

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

  1. Chris Evert 1 final

Most Match Wins

Recorded main-draw match wins.

  1. Chris Evert 5 wins

Most Appearances

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

  1. Adriana Villagran Reami 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 Newport finals
WinnerScoreRunner-upH2HMatch DataSeasonSurface
Chris Evert #1 6-4 6-1 Pam Shriver H2H Match data 1985 Grass

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Related Tournaments

Other WTA 250 tournaments in 1985

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Newport held?
Newport is held in Newport, United States.
Who won the most recent Newport?
The 1985 Newport was won by Chris Evert, who defeated Pam Shriver 6-4 6-1.
When was the first Newport played?
The first edition of Newport was held in 1985.
What surface is Newport played on?
Newport is played on grass courts.