‘Sexy as Heck’- Martina Navratilova on Partnering a Man for a Dance Move
Martina Navratilova, an 18-time Grand Slam champion and a prominent figure in women’s tennis, has not limited herself to the sport. Known for her rivalry with Chris Evert that strengthened women’s tennis, Navratilova also fought against societal norms as a formidable gay rights activist. In an interview, Navratilova addressed dancing with a man on Dancing With the Stars, where she expressed a preference for a female partner.
She acknowledged the beauty and talent of the female dancers on the show but revealed that she finds her male partner sexy and enjoys watching him dance. Despite societal expectations, Navratilova embraces the experience and dismisses any concerns about dancing with a man.
Navratilova, a nine-time Wimbledon champion, is married to Julia Lemigova, Miss USSR 1990 and a Russian actress. They got married in 2014 and are parents to Victoria and Emma.
Throughout her career from the ’70s to the early 2000s, Navratilova held the WTA No. 1 ranking for a record 332 weeks. She secured an impressive tally of 167 singles titles, 177 doubles titles, and 15 mixed doubles titles.
Navratilova not only overcame her initial 4-16 record against Chris Evert but also dominated their head-to-head record with a lead of 43-73 by the end of Evert’s career. Her achievements on and off the court have left a lasting impact on tennis and society.
