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95 miles NW of Quitaque, TX | Yes Bobby Riggs lost and he was a self proclaimed male chauvinist. He was 55 and BJK was 29. He was at the end of his career but she was the height of hers.
During their famous 1973 "Battle of the Sexes" tennis match, Billie Jean King was 29 years old and Bobby Riggs was 55 years old. Age and Birth Details Billie Jean King: Born November 22, 1943 (age 29 during the September 20, 1973 match).Bobby Riggs: Born February 25, 1918 (age 55 during the September 20, 1973 match).Age Difference: Bobby Riggs was 26 years older than Billie Jean King.
Even as a loser BR did make good wages for the time.
AI Overview The 1973 "Battle of the Sexes" match featured a $100,000 winner-take-all cash prize, which Billie Jean King won by defeating Bobby Riggs in straight sets. Both players also received ancillary guarantees, including shares of television, radio, and film rights. Payout Breakdown Main Prize Purse: $100,000 total, paid entirely to the winner (Billie Jean King).Loser's Share: Bobby Riggs received no portion of the main $100,000 match purse, though participants secured additional ancillary and promotional guarantees. Ancillary Rights: Projections and agreements included at least $75,000 to $100,000 per player in television, radio, and movie rights. Historical Value: The $100,000 prize in 1973 equals over $700,000 adjusted for inflation. | |
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