Billie Jean King Quotes


Create your legacy, and pass the baton.


Citations

King, Billie Jean. "This tennis icon paved the way for women in sports." TEDWomen 2015, May 2015, TED.

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Billie Jean King
Billie Jean King
  • Born: November 22, 1943
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Athlete

Billie Jean King is an American former World No. 1 professional tennis player. King won 39 Grand Slam titles: 12 in singles, 16 in women's doubles, and 11 in mixed doubles. She often represented the United States in the Federation Cup and the Wightman Cup. She was a member of the victorious United States team in seven Federation Cups and nine Wightman Cups. For three years, she was the United States' captain in the Federation Cup.