WTA London Invitational 1972 Draw & Results

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Joyce Williams won the 1972 London Invitational, defeating Winnie Shaw 5-7 6-2 7-5 in the final. The WTA 250 event was played January 18–24 on carpet courts in London, United Kingdom.

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Champion
def. Winnie Shaw , 5-7 6-2 7-5
Dates
Jan 18 — Jan 24
Location
London, United Kingdom
Category
WTA 250
Surface
Carpet
Prize money

Historical categories use documented modern equivalents where available; unresolved editions keep their recorded category. Mapping details.

Results

Match type

3 recorded singles results

London Invitational 1972 match log
WinnerScoreLoserH2HMatch DataDateRound
F (1)
Joyce Williams 5-7 6-2 7-5 Winnie Shaw H2H Match data Jan 24, 1972* F
R16 (2)
Winnie Shaw 2-6 6-1 6-1 Sharon Walsh Pete H2H Match data Jan 22, 1972* R16
Joyce Williams 6-0 6-1 Patti Hogan H2H Match data Jan 22, 1972* R16

Tournament Records

The leading Open Era records for London Invitational.

Most Finals

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

  1. Joyce Williams 1 final

Most Match Wins

Recorded main-draw match wins.

Most Appearances

Editions with a recorded main-draw match. 4 players share this record.

  1. Joyce Williams 1 appearance

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

Recent Finals

Recent London Invitational finals
WinnerScoreRunner-upH2HMatch DataSeasonSurface
Joyce Williams 5-7 6-2 7-5 Winnie Shaw H2H Match data 1972 Carpet

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is London Invitational held?
London Invitational is held in London, United Kingdom.
Who won the most recent London Invitational?
The 1972 London Invitational was won by Joyce Williams, who defeated Winnie Shaw 5-7 6-2 7-5.
When was the first London Invitational played?
The first edition of London Invitational was held in 1972.
What surface is London Invitational played on?
London Invitational is played on carpet courts.