Unlike you I, unfortunately, never paid attention to Martina, the person. I knew of her stardom, but absolutely nothing about her and her story. I'm embarrassed to say that this is actually my first time listening to an interview with her. And listening to what an amazing personal story she has makes me even more embarrassed. She is such a boss.
Chris once said Nancy Lieberman made her hate Chris and Chris’s reply was she NEVER an any negative emotions regarding Martina on the course where had to see Chris as an enemy which was true ( she denies it) but it did not help Martinas support amongst the American ppl. It took yrs for them to embrace her. Martina had about 6-7 good years and chris also had about 7-8 so they were both champions in their own right. Their rivalry was terrific for Tennis
Navratilova makes me think of the main theme song from the late-80s "Tootsie" movie - more-so with her intensity, drive and determination in her tennis-playing! 😁
most agree that MARTINA...is the goat....but one thing i would like to point out.....is....WHO was it that MARTINA beat in most of the finals she was in....????? AND, that person she beat is right up there with her in titles....
Lol, "90 mph cannon ball serve".....my how tennis and technology have changed. Kinda chuckle when she casually said she's living comfortably with multiple houses, Porsche, Ferrari, and nice jewelry
I love her so much. I had a poster of her on my bedroom wall as a teenager. Yes, even though I knew she was a lesbian and married, I still fantasized about her.. Watching from London.
Martina must have spent a huge amount of money over the years. Apart from the very costly settlements she had to pay out to various former partners, she was also famous for having a huge entourage at a time when the money in tennis was nowhere near as much as it is now. It was reported that when she split up with her partner Toni Layton she is reported to have said "I was worth $15 million when I met you, now I'm only worth $10m." Toni Layton disputed it and said Martina was worth a hell of a lot more. But if those figures were true, it's a very scant amount for someone who played and won so many tennis matches (she was given a $1 million bonus in 1984 for winning 4 grand slams in a row), and has had 40 years to see the amount grow. I suspect she doesn't have as much money as we think, which is why she's still so present on TV and the media in a way that so many of her contemporaries aren't.
Martina is a real enigma. She can be sensitive, caring, brave, intelligent and thoughtful. But she can also be bitchy, Narcissistic, entitled, brat-ish and unpleasant. Ted Tinling famously said of her "She goes from arrogance to panic with nothing in-between."
I have followed Martina's career for many years. Really enjoyed this lady's brand of tennis. Thanks for providing me with years of great tennis.
Unlike you I, unfortunately, never paid attention to Martina, the person. I knew of her stardom, but absolutely nothing about her and her story. I'm embarrassed to say that this is actually my first time listening to an interview with her. And listening to what an amazing personal story she has makes me even more embarrassed.
She is such a boss.
I love how matter of fact she is. She gives it to u straight, no bull shit on and off the court
@Cj Keep 😴 dreaming !
@Cjjjj902Liar
The best of all times. Beyond tennis.
She was the greatest of her era! Serve and volley with a powerful serve.
one doesn't have to agree with everything she says but she's always been thoughtful, and she's always been honest ...
she did it her way, I admire her courage!
Martina....legend!
Legendary... a real champion 💕
Love her!
The greatest
Martina,wonderful!
Chris once said Nancy Lieberman made her hate Chris and Chris’s reply was she NEVER an any negative emotions regarding Martina on the course where had to see Chris as an enemy which was true ( she denies it) but it did not help Martinas support amongst the American ppl. It took yrs for them to embrace her. Martina had about 6-7 good years and chris also had about 7-8 so they were both champions in their own right.
Their rivalry was terrific for Tennis
Martina is a legend and an amazing person. There will never be anyone like her again.
For the 1980s 'the technique' and shot making could not of been better (especially the volleys) for man or woman ......
Robert Antolik
Exactly
She actually gained 20 lbs of muscle
Fan of her. Best female player ever.
You never heard of Sarena Williams?
love u martina
Great interview!
Navratilova makes me think of the main theme song from the late-80s "Tootsie" movie - more-so with her intensity, drive and determination in her tennis-playing! 😁
59 Grand Slam Titles ❤
most agree that MARTINA...is the goat....but one thing i would like to point out.....is....WHO was it that MARTINA beat in most of the finals she was in....????? AND, that person she beat is right up there with her in titles....
Lol, "90 mph cannon ball serve".....my how tennis and technology have changed. Kinda chuckle when she casually said she's living comfortably with multiple houses, Porsche, Ferrari, and nice jewelry
Love martina
I love her so much. I had a poster of her on my bedroom wall as a teenager. Yes, even though I knew she was a lesbian and married, I still fantasized about her.. Watching from London.
She was hated by tennis fans for being lesbian, dethroning chris in 82-84 but she held her nerve.
Martina must have spent a huge amount of money over the years. Apart from the very costly settlements she had to pay out to various former partners, she was also famous for having a huge entourage at a time when the money in tennis was nowhere near as much as it is now. It was reported that when she split up with her partner Toni Layton she is reported to have said "I was worth $15 million when I met you, now I'm only worth $10m." Toni Layton disputed it and said Martina was worth a hell of a lot more. But if those figures were true, it's a very scant amount for someone who played and won so many tennis matches (she was given a $1 million bonus in 1984 for winning 4 grand slams in a row), and has had 40 years to see the amount grow. I suspect she doesn't have as much money as we think, which is why she's still so present on TV and the media in a way that so many of her contemporaries aren't.
Legend
❤
Martina is a real enigma. She can be sensitive, caring, brave, intelligent and thoughtful. But she can also be bitchy, Narcissistic, entitled, brat-ish and unpleasant. Ted Tinling famously said of her "She goes from arrogance to panic with nothing in-between."
Narcissistic? No way!
It was all that meat and dairy you were eating causing inflammation.
nobody is perfect
UGH
Are they flirting?
Cheater !