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News: Billie Jean King graduated at the age of 82 from California State University after returning to college 61 years later.
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She earned a degree in History.
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Billie Jean King had left college in 1964 to pursue her tennis career.
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Major Achievements
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Winner of 39 Grand Slam titles:
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12 Women’s Singles
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16 Women’s Doubles
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11 Mixed Doubles
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She became the first woman athlete to receive equal prize money at the US Open.
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In 1973, she founded the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA).
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She strongly advocated for gender equality and women’s rights in sports.
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Billie Jean King defeated Bobby Riggs in the famous 1973 “Battle of the Sexes” match.
