34 min
Ep 2: Chris Evert’s star turn helps raise the game Equal Play: 50 Years of Equal Pay in Tennis
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When a 16-year-old Chris Evert made it to the semifinals of the 1971 US Open, a star was born—helping steer women’s tennis toward exciting new heights. From there, Chris dominated, claiming 18 Grand Slam singles titles and winning an astounding 125 consecutive matches on clay courts. Known for her calm demeanor on the court, Chris has left her mark as a terrific player, but has also continued to shape the sport as a respected analyst and commentator. Her wide-ranging conversation with host Chris McKendry covers her trailblazing tennis career and reflections on the sport’s evolution.
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When a 16-year-old Chris Evert made it to the semifinals of the 1971 US Open, a star was born—helping steer women’s tennis toward exciting new heights. From there, Chris dominated, claiming 18 Grand Slam singles titles and winning an astounding 125 consecutive matches on clay courts. Known for her calm demeanor on the court, Chris has left her mark as a terrific player, but has also continued to shape the sport as a respected analyst and commentator. Her wide-ranging conversation with host Chris McKendry covers her trailblazing tennis career and reflections on the sport’s evolution.
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34 min