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Makers: Women Who Make America  Battle of the Sexes

Billie Jean King beat Bobby Riggs in the 1973 Battle of the Sexes match. Details

 

Program: Makers: Women Who Make America

Episode: Battle of the Sexes

Billie Jean King's work on behalf of women’s opportunity and equality in competition came together when she beat former men's champion Bobby Riggs in 1973’s famous “Battle of the Sexes” match.

Duration: (3:31)
Premiere Date: 02/26/2013
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: NR

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