Althea Gibson to be honored throughout the 2025 US Open [View all]
And we’re not going back
From the moment fans step onto the grounds of the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center for the 2025 US Open, they’ll feel the power of the iconic champion Althea Gibson, who made history when she broke the color barrier in tennis 75 years ago with her appearance at the U.S. National Championships at Forest Hills.
Throughout Fan Week, visitors have been greeted by the US Open theme art, which portrays a powerful visual of Gibson and celebrates the tournament’s theme of “75 years of breaking barriers”---a callout to this monumental anniversary and the indelible legacy Gibson has made on this sport.
On Monday, the first day of main draw play, and just one day prior to what would have been Althea’s 98th birthday, the US Open is creating more opportunities to honor Gibson.
First up, a number of Gibson's family members, former and current African-American tennis players have been invited to recognize the impact of Althea’s legacy during a brunch reception. Guests will then be invited into Arthur Ashe Stadium to view an in-stadium tribute and video that will be played throughout both day and night sessions.
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