1979 Borden Classic
| 1979 Borden Classic | |
|---|---|
| Date | 15–21 October |
| Edition | 1st |
| Category | Colgate Series (Category A) |
| Draw | 32S / 16D |
| Prize money | $35,000 |
| Surface | Hard / outdoor |
| Location | Kyoto, Japan |
| Champions | |
| Singles | |
| Betsy Nagelsen | |
| Doubles | |
| Chen Chuan / Yu Li-Qiao | |
The 1979 Borden Classic was a women's tennis tournament played on outdoor hardcourts in Kyoto, Japan. The event was part of the Category A of the 1979 Colgate Series. It was the inaugural edition of the tournament and was held from 15 October through 21 October 1979. First-seeded Betsy Nagelsen won the singles title.