Billie Jean King presents Mary Carillo at Hall of Fame induction
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 11:08 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Mary Carillo was officially inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame on August 29, 2026, during a ceremony led by Billie Jean King. King praised Carillo for her impactful storytelling and contributions as a broadcaster, highlighting her pioneering role as the first full-time female sports broadcaster. Carillo reflected on her career, sharing emotional stories about her early influences in tennis and her pride in past achievements, including her French Open mixed doubles title in 1977 alongside John McEnroe. The ceremony also featured Carillo paying tribute to King and the positive impact on women's sports.
- •Mary Carillo was honored during her Hall of Fame induction ceremony.
- •Billie Jean King presented Carillo during the event.
- •Carillo shared emotional stories about her early tennis career.
- •She won the 1977 French Open mixed doubles championship.
- •Carillo reflects on the impact of her family and peers.
- 11:08 PMYahoo Sports — Billie Jean King presents Mary Carillo for International Tennis Hall of Fame
"Mary Carillo got emotional as Billie Jean King presented her for the International Tennis Hall of Fame on August 29, 2026.
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