Tennis legend Billie Jean King has always been a source of inspiration for athletes from all around the world. While her motivational aura extends beyond the tennis world, she always makes sure to pat the back of exceptional players who emerge out of the circuit exploding with talent. As America currently vibes to the rhythm of Caitlin Clark, King turns an eye toward her as well.

The women’s college basketball scene is currently enjoying traffic like never before. While all of it is happening because of the ‘Caitlin Clark Effect’, even Billie Jean King couldn’t resist appreciating the hype.

Caitlin Clark wows Billie Jean King with almost record-breaking ticket prices

Tennis legend Billie Jean King recently took to Instagram to give out her amazed reaction at the skyrocketing ticket prices for the University of Iowa’s women’s basketball games. While everyone might wonder what the reason behind the surge is, the 22-year-old student-athlete named Caitlin Clark is the answer.

Clark, who plays guard for the Iowa Hawkeyes has become a renowned sensation in the world of college basketball. As she is on the run to become the NCAA’s all-time leading women’s scorer, she has successfully drawn massive attention from the fans, making them line up for her autograph and arenas selling out whenever she takes the court.

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The hype to witness Clark’s matches has boosted the ticket prices to an unbelievable extent. Specifically looking at a recent matchup between Michigan and Iowa, resale prices touched an astounding $10,506 value. As Clark continues to level up the image of college basketball, the appreciation from legends like Billie Jean King surely is nothing less than an achievement for her. More tennis stars have joined the admiration club.

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Frances Tiafoe expresses his ‘dope’ feelings after meeting Clark

It isn’t just Billie Jean King who admires the outstanding triumphs that Caitlin Clark is achieving. American ATP star Frances Tiafoe also came forward to spend some time with the young basketball player, as a gesture to honor her presence in the world of sports.

While Tiafoe seemed to have matched his vibes with Clark, he shared a story on Instagram to express his feelings for her. “This is sooo tufff…. Dope meeting you yesterday,” wrote Tiafoe, communicating in the same way as he vibed with the trending basketball player. As the ‘Caitlin Clark’ effect continues to take over the minds of more and more athletes, a great future seems to be ahead of her.

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