| Singles | |
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| 1987 Dow Chemical Classic | |
| 1986 Champion |
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| Champion |
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| Runner-up |
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| Final score | 4–6, 6–2, 6–2 |
Pam Shriver was the three-time defending champion and won in the final against Larisa Savchenko, 4–6, 6–2, 6–2.
The top eight seeds receive a bye into the second round.