Dr. Reginald Weir became the first Black athlete to compete in the U.S. Indoor Lawn Tennis Association Championship. His participation marked a significant step toward integrating professional tennis in the United States. Weir had previously been denied entry to the tournament in the 1920s, but his perseverance paved the way for future generations of Black tennis players, including legends like Arthur Ashe and Althea Gibson.
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