Ellen Hansell

Ellen Forde Hansell Alderdice (September 28, 1869, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – May 11, 1937) was a female tennis player from the United States who is best known for being the first women's singles champion of the U.S. Championships in 1887. She was also a losing finalist to Bertha Townsend the next year.

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Grand Slam singles finals (2)

Win (1)

Year Championship Opponent in Final Score in Final
1887 U.S. Championships Laura Knight 6-1 , 6-0

Runner-up (1)

Year Championship Opponent in Final Score in Final
1888 U.S. Championships Bertha Townsend 6-3 , 6-5

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