I was always in the tennis business-from 1968. I was in tournaments and also on World Team Tennis teams as well.
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It's really impossible for athletes to grow up. On the one hand, you're a child, still playing a game. But on the other hand, you're a superhuman hero that everyone dreams of being. No wonder we have such a hard time understanding who we are.Billie Jean King
They're not put on earth to be martyrs; they have to want to come out. It depends on your culture, where you work, where you live. Each person's circumstances are unique.
Billie Jean King
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!
Billie Jean King
If your partner wants to be private, you have to respect that.
Billie Jean King
That is where the power, opportunity, and choice come from-when you have money. Money equals opportunity. There is no question.
Billie Jean King
I didn't really care if I had a coach that much, me personally, because I was brought up to think for myself.
Billie Jean King
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