Althea Gibson

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Clinton Yates on how Black athletes have made a difference in our society and our lives

‘She’s our Jackie Robinson of tennis’

From Ali to Althea Gibson and Bill Russell to LeBron, players have used their platform to spotlight injustice and chosen ceremonial moments to take a stand

In 1968, he was among the iconic athletes who put others before self

Gibson took the women’s singles and doubles crowns in 1957

Althea Gibson, Jerry Rice and Earl the Pearl, Sweetness represent the best of HBCU athleticism

The two-time U.S. national champion will be immortalized at US Open site

Brazilian won her first Grand Slam doubles title with Althea Gibson

Althea Gibson and the Williams sisters opened doors for Stephens and Keys

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