High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles! The 1972 Federation Cup was the 10th edition of the most important competition between national teams in women`s tennis. 31 nations participated in the tournament, which was held at Ellis Park in Johannesburg, South Africa, from 20–25 March. South Africa defeated Great Britain in the final, in what was the first final not featuring United States or Australia, giving South Africa their first title. South Africa became the first team other than United States or Australia to win the Fed Cup.