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“In the field of sports you are more or less accepted for what you do rather than what you are.”

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Althea Gibson
Althea Gibson

Althea Gibson, born on August 25, 1927, and died on September 28, 2003, was an American tennis player. She was the first African American to win a Grand Slam singles title and the first woman to win a Grand Slam doubles title. Gibson's achievements not only excelled in the tennis field but also broke racial and gender barriers, setting an example for many athletes. more

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