Date of Birth: October 18, 1956
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Biography
Martina Navratilova is widely regarded as one of the greatest female tennis players of all time. Born in Czechoslovakia, she later became a naturalized American citizen. Navratilova’s career was characterized by her incredible athleticism, mental toughness, and versatility on the court. She dominated women’s tennis in the late 1970s and 1980s, winning a total of 18 Grand Slam singles titles, 31 major women’s doubles titles, and 10 major mixed doubles titles. Navratilova’s powerful serve-and-volley game was ahead of its time and set new standards in women’s tennis. Off the court, she has been a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and has been involved in various philanthropic efforts. She was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 2000 and continues to be a prominent figure in the sports world and beyond.
5 Interesting Facts about Martina Navratilova
1. Martina Navratilova defected from Czechoslovakia to the United States in 1975 at the age of 18.
2. She won a record nine Wimbledon singles titles, the most in history.
3. Navratilova was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2010 but successfully underwent treatment and has been cancer-free since.
4. She has published several books, including an autobiography and a series of mystery novels.
5. Navratilova competed on and won the reality TV show “I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!” in 2008.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Martina Navratilova
1. “The moment of victory is much too short to live for that and nothing else.”
2. “I just try to concentrate on concentrating.”
3. “Labels are for filing. Labels are for clothing. Labels are not for people.”
4. “Disability is a matter of perception. If you can do just one thing well, you’re needed by someone.”
5. “Just go out there and do what you’ve got to do.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Martina Navratilova’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $25 million.
Children
Martina Navratilova does not have any biological children, but she is a stepmother to the two daughters of her wife, Julia Lemigova.
Relevant Links
1. [Martina Navratilova – Official Website](https://www.martinanavratilova.com
3. [Martina Navratilova – WTA](https://www.wtatennis.com/players/160007/martina-navratilova
4. [Martina Navratilova on BBC Sports](https://www.bbc.com/sport/tennis/49226907
