A new era for the iconic mixed-gender competition, defined by a reimagined league structure, player equity, and a new format
NEW YORK, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ --Â World Team Tennis (WTT), the pioneering mixed-gender team tennis league founded by Billie Jean King and others in 1974, will relaunch in December 2026 with a modern vision built for today's sports and entertainment landscape.
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