1976 French Open – Women's singles

Sue Barker defeated Renáta Tomanová in the final, 6–2, 0–6, 6–2 to win the women's singles tennis title at the 1976 French Open. It was her first and only major title.

Chris Evert was the two-time reigning champion, but chose not to defend her title. She elected to compete in World TeamTennis and did not return to the French Open until 1979.

Seeds The seeded players are listed below. Sue Barker is the champion; others show the round in which they were eliminated.

Sue Barker (champion) Helga Masthoff (quarterfinals) Marita Redondo (third round) Mima Jaušovec (second round) Lesley Hunt (first round) Linky Boshoff (second round) Gail Chanfreau Lovera (second round) Fiorella Bonicelli (second round)

Draw

Key Q = Qualifier WC = Wild card LL = Lucky loser r = Retired

Finals

Earlier rounds

Section 1

Section 2

Section 3

Section 4

References

External links 1976 French Open – Women's draws and results at the International Tennis Federation