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Venus Williams gets Barbie treatment with important message

Venus Williams will be getting a Barbie doll modeled after her for Mattel's iInspiring Women Series. The tennis icon's doll will be paying homage to her 2007 win at Wimbledon with her all-white outfit. However, while the athlete could have chosen any one of her wins, the 2007 Wimbledon win symbolized something deeper for the seven-time Grand Slam champion.

"Wimbledon 2007 was a huge moment in my career — not just because I won, but because of what was happening off the court," Williams told USA TODAY Sports. "Championing for equal prize money wasn’t just about me, it was about pushing for change for all women in sports. To see that moment honored with a Barbie doll is incredibly special. I hope it inspire

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