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Queens declares ‘Billie Jean King Day’ as U.S. Open honors her

Por: New York Daily News Sports August 30, 2023

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The 2023 U.S. Open continues to serve as a celebration of Billie Jean King. Five decades ago, the tennis great delivered an essential win for equality when she said she and her fellow female players wouldn’t compete at the annual tournament in Queens if their prize money didn’t match the men’s. Her crusade resulted in the U.S. Open becoming the first event to offer equal payouts. Michelle Obama highlighted the feat’s 50th anniversary... + full article



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