The 1971 Virginia Slims of San Diego was a women's tennis tournament played on outdoor hard courts at Morley Field Sports Complex in San Diego, California, United States, that was part of the 1971 Women's Tennis Circuit. It was the inaugural edition of the tournament and was held from April 22 through April 25, 1971. First-seeded Billie Jean King won the singles title and earned $2,5000 first-prize money.[1] [2]
Billie Jean King defeated Rosie Casals 4–6, 7–5, 6–1
Rosie Casals / Billie Jean King defeated 
Françoise Dürr / 
Judy Tegart Dalton 6–7, 6–2, 6–3