Ora Washington: 1. An empty chair

Update: 2022-08-28

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Who was Ora Washington? The southern farm girl who wanted more. But recognition came too late – why was the guest of honour at a star-studded event missing? Ora was a brilliant tennis and basketball player who fought to make her name in racially segregated America. We find out about her early life in Virginia. Please note, this episode contains some outdated language that may offend. #UntoldLegends

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Season 1 trailer: Ora

2022-08-1104:00

Ora Washington: 1. An empty chair

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Ora Washington: 2. A radical statement

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Ora Washington: 3. Advantage Ora

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Ora Washington: 4. Queen of two courts

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Ora Washington: 5. Playing like a ‘real woman’

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Ora Washington: 6. Defending her throne

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Ora Washington: 7. Flowers for Ora

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Hedy Lamarr: 4. Hollywood

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Ora Washington: 1. An empty chair

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Ora Washington: 1. An empty chair

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Ora Washington: 1. An empty chair