Jelena Dokic defeated Amélie Mauresmo in the final, 7–6(7–3), 6–1 to win the women's singles tennis title at the 2001 Italian Open.

Monica Seles was the reigning champion, but did not compete this year.

Seeds

Draw

Finals

Top half

Section 1

Section 2

Bottom half

Section 3

Section 4

External links Draws