NEW YORK (AP) – Billie Jean King’s victory in the “Battle of the Sexes” is a pivotal moment as women push for equality on the playground and beyond. On the 50th anniversary of that match against Bobby Riggs – still the most watched in tennis history – King moved on to become the first female… Continue reading On the 50th anniversary of Billie Jean King’s ‘Battle of the Sexes’ victory, a push to honor her in Congress
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Carlos Alcaraz Takes 50th Victory, But It’s Not All Plain Sailing | ATP Tour
Carlos Alcaraz earned his 50th match win of the year in personal-best time after defeating Jordan Thompson 7-5, 4-6, 6-3 in his opening match at the Western & Southern Open Wednesday night. But the time’s rapid march to the half-century mark was in stark contrast to a generally flat performance in the first two sets… Continue reading Carlos Alcaraz Takes 50th Victory, But It’s Not All Plain Sailing | ATP Tour