1971 French Open – Women's singles

Evonne Goolagong defeated Helen Gourlay in the final, 6–3, 7–5 to win the women's singles tennis title at the 1971 French Open. It was her first major singles title. Goolagong did not lose a set during the tournament. She was making her tournament debut.

Margaret Court was the two-time defending champion, but was defeated in the third round by Gail Chanfreau. This marked the first time since the 1964 US Championships that Court failed to reach a major quarterfinal, a run of 19 consecutive majors. It was her earliest exit from a major since 1962 Wimbledon.