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In 1983, 40 years ago, Billie Jean King became the oldest major semifinalist in the Open Era at 39 years, 7 months and 9 days. The previous record holder? Herself. : r/tennis
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National Center for Civil and Human Rights on X: "Billie Jean King was said to be the greatest doubles player in the history of tennis. Despite her successes and contributions to the
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Tennis icon Billie Jean King on fighting for equal pay for women: 'Pressure is a privilege' - The Washington Post
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