The 1987 Dow Chemical Classic was a women's tennis tournament played on outdoor grass courts that was part of the 1987 Virginia Slims World Championship Series. It was the 6th edition of the tournament and took place at the Edgbaston Priory Club in Birmingham, United Kingdom, from 8 June until 14 June 1987. The tournament suffered as a result of rain and the doubles tournament was eventually cancelled before completion of the first round matches. First-seeded Pam Shriver won the singles title.[1] [2]
The following players received wildcards into the main draw:
The following players received entry from the qualifying draw:
Belinda Cordwell
Louise Field
Valda Lake Susan Leo
Kumiko Okamoto
Pascale ParadisThe following player received a lucky loser spot:
See main article: 1987 Dow Chemical Classic – Singles. 
Pam Shriver defeated Larisa Savchenko 4–6, 6–2, 6–2
The doubles event was cancelled before completion of the first round matches due to the rain.
Sweden
Canada
South Africa