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WATCH: 1st look at Billie Jean King documentary

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Billie Jean King is the subject of an upcoming documentary called "Give Me the Ball!", which will premiere on November 22nd on ESPN. The film explores her personal life, particularly in relation to her high-profile tennis matches. No specific details about the documentary's content are provided. The documentary is part of ESPN's 30 for 30 series.

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The documentary "Give Me the Ball!", which is part of ESPN's 30 for 30 series, will premiere on November 22 on ESPN. The film focuses on the personal side of tennis legend Billie Jean King's high-profile battles, rather than just her achievements in sports.

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The ESPN 30 for 30 documentary “Give Me the Ball!,” takes a look at the personal story behind King's high-profile battles and premieres Nov. 22 on ESPN.

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The ESPN 30 for 30 documentary “Give Me the Ball!,” takes a look at the personal story behind King's high-profile battles and premieres Nov. 22 on ESPN. asserted

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