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Renée Richards (born August 19, 1934) is an American ophthalmologist and former tennis player who competed on the professional circuit in the 1970s, and became widely known following male-to-female sex reassignment surgery, when she fought to compete as a woman in the 1976 US Open.
Jun 28, 2019 · She's a Transgender Pioneer, But Renée Richards Prefers to Stay Out of the Spotlight. Long before Caitlyn Jenner, Renée Richards raised questions of gender identity by suing to play at the...
Feb 26, 2021 · As part of LGBT+ History Month, BBC Sport explores the story of transgender tennis player Renee Richards, who won a legal challenge to play at the 1977 US Open as a woman.
Mar 31, 2021 · Renée Richards was a transgender tennis player who made history by competing in the US Open as a woman in 1977. She faced boycotts, lawsuits and media scrutiny, but also inspired many with her courage and skill.
Jun 25, 2015 · When tennis player Renee Richards won the right to compete as a woman in the 1977 US Open it was a landmark ruling for US transgender rights.
May 26, 2015 · Here, a rare interview with the quiet trailblazer whose struggle laid the groundwork for Jenner, Transparent, and the transgender community's historic moment. By Michael Hainey. May 26, 2015. Dr ...
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Jul 25, 2023 · Renée Richards was born a man and became a woman in 1976. She fought for her right to compete in the women's circuit and reached the US Open doubles final in 1977.
