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The Last Sure Thing: The Life & Times of Bobby Riggs

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Book Synopsis: He lived by his own rules, and more often than not he broke them. Bobby Riggs was the original bad boy of tennis. Forever remembered as the motormouthed antagonist of Billie Jean King in the famous “Battle of the Sexes,” he had a nose for action and an insatiable appetite for competition. The Last Sure Thing is the story of a hardscrabble kid in a highbrow, “sissy” game; the son of a fundamentalist minister who was a compulsive gambler; a self-proclaimed male chauvinist whose only mentors in the game were women; a short, wispy-haired fellow with a squeaky voice, a bad haircut, and horned-rimmed glasses who became, somehow, a sex symbol. Riggs’ life reads like a history of the modern game. He played and beat legends such as Bill Tilden and Don Budge; rose up the amateur ranks to Wimbledon and world champion; barnstormed on the early pro tours; and then, by sheer force of his personality, became the center of the biggest spectacle in tennis history, a match that transcended sports to become one of the iconic events of its generation.

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Discover the incredible life of Bobby Riggs, the original bad boy of tennis, in The Last Sure Thing: The Life & Times of Bobby Riggs. From his hardscrabble beginnings to his memorable showdown with Billie Jean King, Riggs was a force to be reckoned with on and off the court. His story is captivating, thrilling, and guaranteed to keep you hooked from start to finish.

Are you ready to dive into the world of this self-proclaimed male chauvinist who defied the odds? Join Riggs as he navigates the ups and downs of a game that was deemed "sissy" by many. Despite the challenges, he emerged victorious, facing and conquering legends like Bill Tilden and Don Budge. Witness his rise to becoming a Wimbledon and world champion, breaking all boundaries and shattering expectations.

Riggs' journey didn't end there. He took the professional tennis world by storm, storming through the early pro tours with his remarkable skills and magnetic personality. But it was his match against Billie Jean King that truly etched his name in history. The Battle of the Sexes captivated the world, transcending sports to become an iconic event of its generation. Explore the behind-the-scenes stories, the strategies, and the drama that unfolded, leaving a lasting impact on tennis and society as a whole.

The Last Sure Thing: The Life & Times of Bobby Riggs is a must-read for sports enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone seeking a tale of determination, rebellion, and the pursuit of greatness. Don't miss out on the chance to experience Riggs' journey firsthand.

Ready to embark on this captivating adventure? Get your copy of The Last Sure Thing: The Life & Times of Bobby Riggs now and discover the extraordinary legacy of Bobby Riggs.

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