Interview with Billie Jean King at WTA gala

The transcript discusses the formation of the Original Nine in 1971, who signed a $1 contract to promote equality in women's tennis. This led to the creation of the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) in 1973, which unified female players and gave them a voice. The transcript highlights the disparity in prize money between men and women, with the first open tennis tournament in 1968 offering significantly less to women. Despite initial rejection by male players, the women formed their own association, leading to the WTA's success today. The discussion also touches on the physical changes in players over time and celebrates the achievements of women's tennis.

What was the main goal of the original nine women who signed the contract in 1971?

• To increase the prize money for men

• To create a separate men's association

• To promote equality and recognition for women in tennis

• To organize a new tennis tournament

Who is credited with vital leadership in the WTA as mentioned in the transcript?

• Billie Jean King

• Serena Williams

• Stacey Allaster

• Martina Navratilova

In what year did open tennis begin, allowing players to earn prize money?

• 1980

• 1973

• 1968

• 1971

What was the prize money difference between the first open tennis tournament for men and women?

• Men received £5000, women £2500

• Men received £3000, women £1500

• Men received £1000, women £500

• Men received £2000, women £750

What change in tennis players is noted in the final section of the transcript?

• Players are now slower

• Players are now taller

• Players are now shorter

• Players are now less skilled