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Barbie, Venus Williams and 2007 Wimbledon

Barbie honours Venus Williams with doll marking Wimbledon win and equality milestone

Tennis legend Venus Williams is the latest figure to join Barbie’s Inspiring Women collection, with a new doll celebrating her 2007 Wimbledon victory and fight for equal prize money. Launched in 2018, Barbie’s Inspiring Women series pays tribute to historical figures who have made extraordinary contributions to society.

WWD on MSN · 1d

Mattel’s Barbie ‘Inspiring Women’ Series Debuts New Venus Williams Doll Inspired by Her 2007 Wimbledon Victory

Barbie has released a new Venus Williams doll, honoring the decorated athlete’s pursuit of pay equity in women’s sports. The Mattel brand introduces the doll as part of the “Inspiring Women” series, featuring a design that pays homage to Williams’ 2007 The Championships, Wimbledon look.

USA Today · 1d

Venus Williams Barbie honors tennis legend’s push for equal rights

When Mattel approached Venus Williams to make her own Barbie, the legend was given free rein to select the outfit she wants to be immortalized in.

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Tennis duo soar to national title on Wimbledon's hallowed lawns

Daniel and Vera, who described Jannik Sinner as their tennis idol, claimed victory in the women’s doubles competition on the ...

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Taunton teenager has 'unforgettable' opportunity to play at Wimbledon

Jenkins, 13, who attends Kingsmead School and trains at Taunton Tennis Club, featured in the national finals at Play Your Way ...

AFC Wimbledon beat Gills on penalties

Alistair Smith scores a decisive retaken penalty as AFC Wimbledon progress to the second round of the Carabao Cup at the ...

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Coco Gauff reflects on Wimbledon upset before Cincinatti Open rematch

Coco Gauff looks back on her upset loss at Wimbledon as she prepares for a rematch Dayana Yastremska at the Cinncinatti Open.

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Tennis duo soar to national doubles title at Wimbledon

KENT'S Anna Daniel and Veronique Vera were delighted to lift silverware on the manicured lawns of Wimbledon as they enjoyed an ...

Tennis World USA on MSN2d

Jack Draper issues update on his injury, state after not playing since Wimbledon

The Post Jack Draper issues update on his injury, state after not playing since Wimbledon appeared first on Tennis World USA ...

The New York Times1mon

Why Wimbledon’s seeds keep going out, and what it means for tennis

Wimbledon started like it does every year, with 64 seeds across the men’s and women’s singles draw. As the third round begins, just 27 remain — 14 women and 13 men.

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Wimbledon expansion planning permission cleared by UK court after challenge

LONDON, July 21 (Reuters) - Wimbledon's plans to expand the grounds for the world's oldest and most prestigious Grand Slam tennis tournament overcame its first legal hurdle on Monday, as London's ...