Bobby Riggs
Bobby Riggs was a former world No. 1 tennis player best known for his highly publicized match against Billie Jean King in 1973, dubbed the 'Battle of the Sexes.' Riggs was a controversial figure, often promoting the idea that male players were superior to female players, which ultimately backfired in his defeat to King.
Born on Feb 25, 1918 (107 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slovenia | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 2,078,938 | 1,813 | $56,000 | 49$ |
| Israel | 1 | 3.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 9,216,900 | 9,444 | $400,000 | 410$ |
| Totals | 2 | 11,295,838 | 11,257 | $456,000 | 459$ |
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Israel:
Bobby Riggs was a former Wimbledon champion known for his misogynistic views and the original 'Battle of the Sexes'.
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Slovenia:
Bobby Riggs was Billie Jean King's opponent in the famous 1973 match.
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Czech Republic:
Bobby Riggs was a tennis player who famously competed against Billie Jean King.
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United Kingdom:
American veteran Riggs beat Australia's Margaret Court before King exacted revenge four months later.
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Italy:
Bobby Riggs was defeated by Billie Jean King in the 'Battle of the Sexes'.
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San Marino:
Bobby Riggs was a former world number one tennis player known for his match against Billie Jean King in the 'Battle of the Sexes'.
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Spain:
Bobby Riggs was mentioned as Billie Jean King's opponent in the famous 'Battle of the Sexes' in 1973.
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