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Did althea Gibson tour with the Harlem globetrotters?
Yes, she played exhibition tennis.
Who was althea gibson?
American Athea Gibson was the first black professional tennis player. She won her first Grand Slam tennis title in 1956.
What is Althea Gibson favorite color?
Oh, dude, Althea Gibson's favorite color was probably... wait for it... I don't know! But hey, she was a trailblazing tennis player who broke barriers, so who cares about her favorite color, right? Maybe it was tennis ball yellow or championship trophy gold, who knows?
How did Althea Gibson become famous?
Althea Gibson's (1927 - 2003) accomplishments included the following: * First black to win a tennis Grand Slam event. * First black to be voted by the Associated Press as it Female Athlete of the Year, 1957 and 1958. * New Jersey State Commissioner of Athletics, 1975. For further information, refer to the links, below.
What challenges did Althea Gibson face during her tennis career?
Oh honey, Althea Gibson faced more challenges than a cat in a room full of rocking chairs! Being a Black woman in the 1950s tennis world was like trying to play tennis with a blindfold on. She dealt with racism, discrimination, and segregation on and off the court, but honey, she still slayed those tennis courts like nobody's business.
Why did Althea Gibson play golf?
Althea Gibson did not play golf. She played tennis.
What made althea Gibson famous?
Tennis.
Did Althea Gibson receive any rewards in tennis?
no
Which sport did althea Gibson play?
She Played Tennis
What sport made althea Gibson famous?
Tennis.
Who was the first woman the win the tennis singles?
althea gibson
First black tennis player?
Althea Gibson was the first African American international tennis player. She was the first person of color to win a Grand Slam tournament when she won the French Open in 1956.
Was Althea Gibson one of the worlds best skier?
No, she was a tennis player.
Was Althea Gibson one of the world's greatest skaters?
No, Althea Gibson was not one of the world's greatest skaters. She was a championship tennis player who won many tournaments.See Related Links for more information on Althea Gibson.
What word is the adverb in the following sentence Female tennis-star Althea Gibson's father wanted her to be a boxer?
you'll have to add one. Example:Female tennis-star Althea Gibson's father badly wanted her to be a boxer
Who was the top-rand female tennis player of the 1950's?
althea gibson
Who is the 1st well known African American tennis champion?
Althea Gibson
