Martina Navratilova Martina Navratilova revolutionized women’s tennis with her aggressive serve-and-volley style and unparalleled fitness. Winning 18 Grand Slam singles titles and a record 31 major doubles titles, she is one of the most successful players ever. Navratilova dominated Wimbledon, winning nine singles titles, and held the world No. 1 ranking for 332 weeks. She won the 1983 US Open without losing a set, a rare achievement. Openly gay during a less accepting era, she became a trailblazer for LGBTQ+ rights in sports. Her rivalry with Chris Evert was one of the longest and most celebrated in tennis history. Navratilova also excelled in senior and doubles events well into her 50s. A vocal advocate for equality and health, she remains a powerful voice in tennis and beyond.
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