| Singles | |
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| 1986 Edgbaston Cup | |
| 1985 Champion |
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| Champion |
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| Runner-up |
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| Final score | 6–2, 7–6 |
Pam Shriver was the two-time defending champion and won in the final against Manuela Maleeva, 6–2, 7–6.
The top eight seeds receive a bye into the second round.