Coverage dated September 20, 2026

Today in History: September 20, Billie Jean King wins ‘Battle of the Sexes’

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Today is Sunday, Sept. 20, the 263rd day of 2026. There are 102 days left in the year. Today in history: On Sept. 20, 1973, in their so-called “Battle of the Sexes,” tennis star Billie Jean King defeated Bobby Riggs in straight sets, 6-4, 6-3, 6-3, in the Houston Astrodome. Also on this date: In...

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Today in History: September 20, Billie Jean King wins ‘Battle of the Sexes’ (opens WTOP Washington DC)
Published Sep 20, 2026
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Today is Sunday, Sept. 20, the 263rd day of 2026. There are 102 days left in the year. Today in history: On Sept. 20, 1973, in their so-called “Battle of the Sexes,” tennis star Billie Jean King defeated Bobby Riggs in straight sets, 6-4, 6-3, 6-3, in the Houston Astrodome. Also on this date: In...
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Today in history: Billie Jean King wins ‘Battle of the Sexes’ (opens The Boston Globe)
Published Sep 20, 2026
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Today is Sunday, Sept. 20, the 263rd day of 2026. There are 102 days left in the year.

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