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Wimbledon Tennis Championships, Friday 6th July 1973. Our picture shows
Wimbledon Tennis Championships, Friday 6th July 1973.
Our picture shows... smiles hide the frustration of Chris Evert (left) and Billie Jean King, kept off court, Women Singles Final, by the rain at Wimbledon
Monte Fresco
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
73 5674
Media ID 21822360
© Mirrorpix
Championships Delayed Final Finals Ladies Play Singles Waving Wimbledon 1973
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Captured in the midst of anticipation and disappointment, this vintage print takes us back to the Wimbledon Tennis Championships on Friday 6th July 1973. The rain-soaked courts may have delayed the Women's Singles Final, but they couldn't dampen the spirits of tennis legends Chris Evert and Billie Jean King. With smiles that hide their frustration, these remarkable athletes wave to their devoted fans from the sidelines. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness a moment where determination meets resilience. Both Evert and King had fought tirelessly to reach this pinnacle of success at one of tennis' most prestigious tournaments. However, Mother Nature had other plans for them that day. As spectators eagerly awaited an epic showdown between two fierce competitors, they were left with only glimpses of hope through these fleeting waves from Evert and King. Their unwavering sportsmanship shines through as they gracefully accept nature's intervention while keeping their focus firmly set on conquering the court once conditions improve. This photograph not only captures a significant chapter in Wimbledon history but also serves as a reminder that even amidst setbacks, true champions find solace in smiling through adversity. Monte Fresco skillfully immortalizes this unforgettable moment when rain halted play but failed to extinguish the fiery spirit burning within these extraordinary players.
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