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Billie Jean King

Billie Jean King (born November 22, 1943) is an American former world No. 1 tennis player. King won 39 major titles: 12 in singles (including a Career Grand Slam), 16 in women's doubles, and 11 in mixed doubles (including a Career Grand Slam).

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