# @espnw on Instagram

- **Type:** Image
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DHKLfz2uOHC
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/27364013-espnw-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/09047859c3.jpg
- **Posted:** 2025-03-14T00:07:19.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** espnW (@espnW) — https://gondola.cc/espnW

## Caption

Billie Jean King became royalty in the women’s rights movement after defeating Bobby Riggs in straight sets in 1973.

King achieved a groundbreaking victory in the “Battle of the Sexes,” a highly publicized exhibition match against former men’s champion Bobby Riggs. This historic event, seen by millions, was a crucial moment during the struggle for gender equality. King triumphed in straight sets, winning 6-4, 6-3, 6-3, challenging societal norms and propelling the women’s liberation movement forward. Her victory inspired a generation of female athletes and opened doors for greater opportunities for women as a whole. #ThatsaW

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