Lauren Sanchez tributes Billie Jean King on Battle of the Sexes anniversary
us.hola.comLauren Sanchez is tributing an icon on the 50th anniversary of the Battle of the Sexes. In a new Instagram post, Sanchez wrote a lengthy statement honoring Bilie Jean King, who 50 years ago beat fellow tennis player Bobby Riggs in a match that was viewed by 90 million viewers.
Sanchez wrote about how important and memorable King’s win was and took a moment to thank her for all her work. Lauren Sanchez and Salma Hayek stun and party at charity dinnerSalma Hayek looks glamorous in bridal dress at the Toronto Film FestivalA post shared by Lauren Sanchez (@laurenwsanchez)Sanchez accompanied her message with a photo of King being celebrated for her win.
In it, she’s smiling as she sits on a frilly chair and there are thousands of people watching. “Half a century back, on September 20, 1973, @BillieJeanKing secured an iconic victory over Bobby Riggs in the legendary Battle of the Sexes tennis match, drawing a staggering 90 million viewers worldwide,” wrote Sanchez. “Beyond the confines of the sports arena, her triumph left an indelible mark on the struggle for women’s rights and equality.
In today’s world, female tennis players are the top earners in the sporting realm, a direct testament to Billie Jean’s historic win.”“While there’s more progress to be made, today is a day to celebrate this remarkable achievement with a sense of reverence.
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