Became the first major woman tennis star to turn professional on a North American tour.
On August 9, 1926, Suzanne Lenglen made headlines by signing a contract for a North American professional tour organized by Charles C. Pyle, thus becoming the first woman tennis star to go professional. This groundbreaking move was a landmark in sports history, as it opened up new avenues for women in professional sports. Lenglen's decision to turn professional was symbolic of her pioneering spirit, breaking traditional molds and paving the way for future generations of female athletes to pursue professional careers in tennis.