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‘Battle of the Sexes’ triumphs, as it shows the sweat behind tennis’ most famous match

Review • Billie Jean King’s struggles with sexism and self-identity play out in this exuberant comedy-drama.

(Melinda Sue Gordon  |  Fox Searchlight Pictures) Billie Jean King (Emma Stone, left) and Bobby Riggs (Steve Carell) face off for the cameras ahead of a landmark tennis match, depicted in the comedy/drama "Battle of the Sexes."

(Melinda Sue Gordon | Fox Searchlight Pictures) Billie Jean King (Emma Stone, left) and Bobby Riggs (Steve Carell) face off for the cameras ahead of a landmark tennis match, depicted in the comedy/drama "Battle of the Sexes."