On Sept. 8, 1957, Althea Gibson beat Louise Brough to become the first Black player to win the U.S. National Championships, now the US Open.
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@nyamnews.bsky.socialOn Sept. 8, 1957, Althea Gibson beat Louise Brough to become the first Black player to win the U.S. National Championships, now the US Open.
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