Chris Evert defeated Kerry Melville in the final, 7–5, 6–4 to win the singles tennis title at the 1972 Virginia Slims Championships.
This was the inaugural edition of the tournament.
Seeds
Billie Jean King (semifinals) Nancy Richey (first round) Margaret Smith Court (first round) Chris Evert (champion) Rosie Casals (first round) Kerry Melville (final) Françoise Dürr (semifinals) Wendy Overton (quarterfinals)
Draw
See also WTA Tour Championships appearances
External links 1972 Virginia Slims Championships draw