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Bobby Riggs. Robert Larimore Riggs (February 25, 1918 – October 25, 1995) [4] was an American tennis champion who was the world No. 1 amateur in 1939 and world No. 1 professional in 1946 and 1947. [3] He played his first professional tennis match on December 26, 1941.
Jan 8, 2024 · Learn about the historic tennis match between Billie Jean King and Bobby Riggs in 1973, which symbolized the fight for gender equality in sports. Find out how King defeated Riggs and why it mattered for women's tennis and beyond.
- Mike Floorwalker
Apr 2, 2014 · Bobby Riggs became the world's No. 1 amateur tennis player after winning the singles, doubles and mixed-doubles titles at Wimbledon in 1939, and he later claimed three U.S. Pro...
May 9, 2024 · Bobby Riggs, American tennis player best known for the 1973 Battle of the Sexes match, which he lost to Billie Jean King.
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Sep 20, 2013 · Bobby Riggs, a former tennis champion, challenged women players to prove his male superiority in a series of matches. He was defeated by Billie Jean King in the "Battle of the Sexes" at the Houston Astrodome, which boosted her fame and status as a feminist icon.
- Jesse Greenspan
Oct 19, 2017 · Riggs was US junior champion at 17 and senior national clay-court champion one year later. In 1939, when he was 21, he was runner-up at Roland Garros, where he was beaten by Don McNeill in the final. At Wimbledon that summer, however, Riggs was unstoppable.
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Jun 1, 2024 · In this article, we will delve into 19 fascinating facts about Bobby Riggs that shed light on his life, achievements, and impact on the tennis world. From his legendary “Battle of the Sexes” match against Billie Jean King to his numerous Grand Slam victories, we will explore the key moments that shaped Riggs’ career.
