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 vision for the future that the original nine had in 1971?

How did the players come together at the Gloucester Hotel in 1973?

In what ways has tennis changed since the early days according to the speaker?

What was the significance of the prize money introduced in 1968?

What was the reaction of the men when the women sought to form an association?