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Who did Tracy Austin beat to win her first US Open title in 1979?

  • Martina Navratilova

  • Billie Jean King

  • Chris Evert

  • Monica Seles

Answer

Tracy Austin defeated Chris Evert in the final of the 1979 US Open to win her first Grand Slam title. The match was a close one, with Austin winning in three sets. This was a major upset, as Evert was the defending champion and one of the best players in the world. Austin's victory was a sign that she was a rising star in the sport.
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