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Arthur Ashe
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Arthur Ashe was the first African American to win the men's singles titles at Wimbledon and the U.S. Open, and the first African American man to be ranked No. 1 in the world. He was also HIV positive. Join Sarah and Jess to learn about this legendary sportsman who became a fierce HIV activist, even delivering a speech at the United Nations.
Sources
How tennis legend Arthur Ashe became one of the most vocal HIV/AIDS activists | CNN
Tennis great Arthur Ashe dies of AIDS | February 6, 1993 | HISTORY
How Arthur Ashe Transformed Tennis—and Athlete Activism | HISTORY
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