Women's Tennis Association
The Women's Tennis Association (WTA), formed in 1973 by Billie Jean King, is the main organizing body of women's professional tennis. It organizes the WTA Tour, the worldwide professional tennis tour for women. The WTA's counterpart organization for men's professional tennis is the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP).
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| Sport | Tennis |
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| Founded | June 1973 |
| Founder | Billie Jean King |
The WTA was formed in the month of June 1973, and is able to trace its beginnings back to Houston, Texas, with the first Virginia Slims tournament, which was organized by Gladys Heldman and held in September 1970. The WTA gives out awards every year for players who have done well during the season. The WTA is based in St. Petersburg, Florida.
WTA rankings
Singles
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Doubles
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References
- "WTA Rankings (singles)". WTATennis.com. Retrieved August 4, 2014.
- "WTA Rankings (doubles)". WTATennis.com. Retrieved August 4, 2014.
Other websites
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