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Billie Jean King
November 22, 1943 -
Nationality: American
Category: Athlete
Subcategory: American Athlete

I think self-awareness is probably the most important thing towards being a champion.

   

I was always in the tennis business-from 1968. I was in tournaments and also on World Team Tennis teams as well.

   

Victory is fleeting. Losing is forever.

   

When we reach the point where the women athletes are getting their pick of dates just as easily as the men athletes, then we've really and truly arrived. Parity at last!

   

That is where the power, opportunity, and choice come from-when you have money. Money equals opportunity. There is no question.

   

In the seventies we had to make it acceptable for people to accept girls and women as athletes. We had to make it okay for them to be active. Those were much scarier times for females in sports.

   

I have a lot to say, and if I'm not No. 1, I can't say it.

   

I like putting money back into what made my life, and tennis has been great to me.

   

Everyone has people in their lives that are gay, lesbian or transgender or bisexual. They may not want to admit it, but I guarantee they know somebody.

   

I always wanted to help make tennis a team sport.

   

Be bold. If you're going to make an error, make a doozy, and don't be afraid to hit the ball.

   

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