Billie Jean King becomes first individual female athlete to receive Congressional Gold Medal Post published:28 September 2024 Post category:Tennis Share this Legendary tennis player and women’s rights advocate Billie Jean King became the first individual female athlete to be awarded the Congressional Gold Medal, she announced in an Instagram post on Friday. Share this You Might Also Like Rafael Nadal named in Spain’s Davis Cup team along with Carlos Alcaraz 23 September 2024 GB’s Kartal claims maiden WTA title in Tunisia 15 September 2024 US Open final 2024: How to watch the Aryna Sabalenka vs. Jessica Pegula match today 7 September 2024