Billie Jean King
Billie Jean King
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Billie Jean King is an American former champion and sports equality advocate who won 12 major singles titles and helped establish the modern women’s professional tour.
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About Billie Jean King
Career
King was a complete attacking player and a defining champion of the 1960s and 1970s. The Hall of Fame records 12 major singles titles and 39 major titles overall, including 20 Wimbledon championships. She also won the 1973 Battle of the Sexes match against Bobby Riggs.
Record and legacy
King helped organize the Virginia Slims Circuit and served as the first WTA president. She founded the Women’s Sports Foundation and continued advocating for equality in sport, so her influence extends well beyond her playing record.
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