9/20/1973 - The Battle of the Sexes

In front of the largest television audience ever to watch a tennis match, Billie Jean King defeated Bobby Riggs in a contest billed as the "Battle of the Sexes." King's win was a hallmark victory

Billie Jean King wins 1973 'Battle of the Sexes' tennis match

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Photos: When Billie Jean King won the 'Battle of the Sexes

Remembering History: Billie Jean King ushers in new era of women's equality with 1973 'The Battle of the Sexes' victory - NBC Sports

Battle of the Sexes, Billie Jean King in action, serve vs Bo - 1973 Old Photo 1

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On this day in history, September 20, 1973, tennis star Billie Jean King wins 'Battle of the Sexes' in Houston

The day Billie Jean King defeated Bobby Riggs in the famous “Battle of the Sexes” - Tennis Majors

The day Billie Jean King defeated Bobby Riggs in the famous “Battle of the Sexes” - Tennis Majors

September 20, 1973: Billie Jean King Defeated Bobby Riggs in the “Battle of the Sexes” Tennis Match - Lifetime

The day Billie Jean King defeated Bobby Riggs in the famous “Battle of the Sexes” - Tennis Majors

Battle of the Sexes II, Billie Jean King in action vs Bobby Riggs - Old Photo 1

On this day in history, September 20, 1973, tennis star Billie Jean King wins 'Battle of the Sexes' in Houston

Bobby Riggsduring the Battle of the Sexes Tennis match against Billie Jean King at the Houston Astrodome9-20-1973 © 1978 Gunther - Image 11873_0009, Most iconic images of the 20th century