The 1977 Virginia Slims of Chicago was a women's

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tournament played on indoor

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s at the

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in the United States that was part of the 1977 Virginia Slims World Championship Series. It was the sixth edition of the tournament and was held from February 7 through February 13, 1977. First-seeded

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won the singles title and earned $20,000 first-prize money.

Finals

Singles

defeated

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6–1, 6–3

Doubles

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defeated

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6–3, 6–4

Prize money

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ITF tournament edition details

Tournament draws
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