Billie Jean King reflects on ‘Battle of the Sexes’ tennis match, 50 years later



In 1973’s famous Battle of the Sexes match, Billie Jean King took on Bobby Riggs, a former tennis star who was convinced he could beat her. King sits down with NBC News’ Andrea Mitchell to reflect on gender equality 50 years after that momentous match.

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10 comments

  1. Definitely remember that day!!I know absolutely nothing about tennis, but I knew this match wasn’t just about male vs female. It was about equality. We are still fighting for women everywhere.

  2. See…they been crying over gender for decades. America breeds whiney athletes. It's a culture trait. Remember that guy who liked getting on his knees for the anthem? 🤭

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  4. Maybe she didn't hate him, but she probably didn't like him much either.

  5. I was a teenager when I seen this live on National Television that's when I get hooked on women tennis and been a fan ever since . Billie Jean King whooped Bobby Riggs Azzzzz ! Billie Jean King 🎾 🔥

  6. That match was obviously a set up to let King win. It was to create more national interest in the game of tennis.

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