Martina Navratilova
Tennis player and coach, Wimbledon champion
Born
October 18th, 1956
68 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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This individual achieved significant success in professional tennis, winning a total of 18 Grand Slam singles titles and 31 Grand Slam doubles titles. Renowned for incredible athleticism and strategic play, the individual dominated the sport during the late 1970s and 1980s. Victories included nine Wimbledon singles titles, showcasing exceptional skill on grass courts. Transitioning to coaching roles after retirement, the individual influenced upcoming generations of players. A prominent advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, the individual publicly came out in the 1980s, contributing to discussions on equality and acceptance within sports.
Winning 18 Grand Slam singles titles
Winning 31 Grand Slam doubles titles
Winning nine Wimbledon singles titles
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