DFW Black Tennis and Black Girls in Art Spaces honored Althea Gibson’s legacy by hosting a documentary screening and panel discussion, highlighting the importance of creating safe spaces for Black athletes and artists today.
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Playing While Black: African American Pro Golfers Compete in the John Shippen National Invitational Tournament
The John Shippen Invitational Tournament, presented by Rocket Classic, is an annual event that provides opportunities for African American golfers to compete on the LPGA Tour and PGA Tour, with the winner of this year’s tournament receiving an exemption to play at the Rocket Classic.
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Coco Gauff’s French Open Triumph Highlights an Enduring Legacy
Coco Gauff has been crowned the queen of Parisian clay, winning the French Open title in a thrilling three-set final against World No. 1, Aryna Sabalenka, while also continuing to use her platform to advocate for social justice and equality.
