The struggle for equal pay in tennis is a long story. Although there has been some significant progress recently, there still remain some disparities here and there . But before talking much about this topic, one needs to mention American legend, Billie Jean King for playing a pivotal role in the fight for equal pay in women’s sports. King spearheaded the push for equal prize money at the 1973 US Open, making it the first major tournament to offer the same amount to both men and women. Following that, the “ Battle of the Sexes ” match between her and Bobby Riggs further solidified her legacy as a true pioneer of gender equality in sports. After King , in the next generation , we saw the Williams sisters taking up the baton. After fighting for pay equity at Wimbl

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