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Ora Washington: 4. Queen of two courts

Untold Legends: Hedy LamarrOra Washington

Basketball beckons. The elite tennis player tries a new sport. This episode contains some outdated language that may offend.

Basketball beckons. The elite tennis player tries a new sport – and it’s a crowd puller. Ora’s quickness and agility translate to the basketball court, as her career takes off in tandem with tennis. But does America have room for a true queen of two courts? Please note, this episode contains some outdated language that may offend. #UntoldLegends

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