Claim: Evonne Goolagong Cawley was passed over for an Order of Australia.
Evidence: Evonne Goolagong Cawley AO , MBE -LRB- born 31 July 1951 -RRB- is an Australian former World No. 1 tennis player.
The Order of Australia is an order of chivalry established on 14 February 1975 by Elizabeth II , Queen of Australia , to recognise Australian citizens and other persons for achievement or meritorious service.