Jeanne Moutoussamy-Ashe — Andscape

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Arthur Ashe’s legacy of activism more important than his historic US Open victory

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

By William C. Rhoden

5 years ago Sports

eanne Moutoussamy-Ashe, left, widow of the late Arthur Ashe applauds the unveiling of the plaque dedicating the new stadium in his name at the U.S. Open Tennis Center in New York on Monday night, August 25, 1997.

US Open marks 20th anniversary of Arthur Ashe Stadium

On Feb. 19, 1997, the United States Tennis Association honored the late Hall of Famer by naming tennis venue after him

By Rhiannon Walker

6 years ago Sports

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Althea Gibson to be remembered at American Tennis Association Tournament

Documentary about the first black Grand Slam champion will be shown during 100th national championships

By Rhiannon Walker

6 years ago Sports