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Rosemary Casals is an American former professional tennis player who won more than 90 titles and fought for the rights of women players. She was a doubles specialist with Billie Jean King and a World Team Tennis star.
Rosie Casals was a top tennis player and a leader of the women's professional game. She won 12 major doubles titles with Billie Jean King, fought for equal prize money, and played on the first Virginia Slims Tour.
Sep 9, 2023 · Rosemary Casals was one of the nine women who fought for equal prize money in tennis and formed the Women's Tennis Association. She reflects on the progress made and the challenges ahead for women in sports.
Nov 28, 2018 · Rosie Casals was a creative and audacious shot-maker who turned pro with Billie Jean King in 1968 and helped form the women's circuit. She won 112 doubles titles and used her influence to promote tennis among Latinos.
Apr 8, 2020 · Rosie Casals, one of the Original Nine who fought for women's professional tennis, shares her memories and views on the 50th anniversary of the Virginia Slims tournament in Houston. She talks about her achievements, her relationship with Billie Jean King, and her role as a leader and a spokesperson for women's rights.
Name variations: Rosie. Born in San Francisco, California, on September 16, 1948; youngest of two daughters of Manuel Casals y Bordas (owner of a stamp-machine business); attended George Washington High School, San Francisco; never married; no children. Described as a born tennis player and one of the fastest on the courts, Rosemary (Rosie ...
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Rosie Casals was a trailblazer on and off the court, winning 112 doubles titles, signing $1 contracts to form the WTA, and advocating for women's tennis. Learn about her life, career, and legacy in this podcast interview.
