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Evonne Goolagong: the case for the GOAT

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    Evonne Goolagong: the case for the GOAT

    Australia · Born 31 July 1951, Griffith, New South Wales, Australia · Career 1968–1983

    Wiradjuri Australian known for her graceful movement and natural touch, who won majors across a decade and became a trailblazer for Indigenous athletes.

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    Why Evonne Goolagong could be the GOAT

    Goolagong won majors nine years apart, beating Court and Evert, and returned to win Wimbledon in 1980 as a mother. She reached 18 major singles finals across an era dominated by Evert and Navratilova. Her grace and natural talent made her a role model and pioneer far beyond tennis.

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    Evonne Goolagong is #20 of 20 in the fan ranking, with a 0–1 head-to-head record from 17 Women's tennis votes. See the full Women's tennis GOAT ranking

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