You might remember Billie Jean King the women's tennis star.

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It's as if there's a hex on the No. 1 ranking in women's tennis.

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"She's a very tough player and fought until the last point, " Zheng was quoted as saying by the Women's Tennis Association website.

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The move sparked criticism from players, sponsors and the Women's Tennis Association, and Ms. Peer did get a visa the following year.

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