The 1986 Eckerd Open was a women's tennis tournament played on outdoor hard courts at the Bardmoor Country Club in Largo, Florida in the United States and was part of the 1986 Virginia Slims World Championship Series. It was the 14th edition of the tournament and was held from September 15 through September 21, 1986. Unseeded Lori McNeil won the singles title and earned $25,000 first-prize money. Finals Singles Lori McNeil defeated Zina Garrison 2–6, 7–5, 6–2 It was McNeil's 1st singles title of her career. Doubles Elise Burgin / Rosalyn Fairbank defeated Gigi Fernández / Kim Sands 7–5, 6–2 References External links ITF tournament edition details Tournament draws Eckerd Open Eckerd Open Eckerd Open 20th century in Tampa, Florida Sports competitions in Tampa, Florida Eckerd Open Eckerd Open