9/20/1973 - The Battle of the Sexes

In front of the largest television audience ever to watch a tennis match, Billie Jean King defeated Bobby Riggs in a contest billed as the "Battle of the Sexes." King's win was a hallmark victory

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Billie Jean King triumphs in “Battle of the Sexes, September 20, 1973

The day Billie Jean King defeated Bobby Riggs in the famous “Battle of the Sexes” - Tennis Majors

Battle of the Sexes Tennis Match

Battle of the Sexes (tennis) - Wikipedia

Battle of the Sexes: True Story Behind Billie Jean King Movie

On this day in history, September 20, 1973, tennis star Billie Jean King wins 'Battle of the Sexes' in Houston

Bobby Riggsduring the Battle of the Sexes Tennis match against Billie Jean King at the Houston Astrodome9-20-1973 © 1978 Gunther - Image 11873_0009, Most iconic images of the 20th century

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Battle of the Sexes Tennis Match

September 20, 1973: Billie Jean King Defeated Bobby Riggs in the “Battle of the Sexes” Tennis Match - Lifetime

The day Billie Jean King defeated Bobby Riggs in the famous “Battle of the Sexes” - Tennis Majors