| Singles | |
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| 1991 Dow Classic | |
| 1990 Champion |
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| Champion |
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| Runner-up |
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| Final score | 6–4, 7–6(8–6) |
Zina Garrison was the defending champion but lost in the semifinals to Natalia Zvereva.
Martina Navratilova won in the final against Zvereva, 6–4, 7–6(8–6).
The top eight seeds receive a bye into the second round.