Martina Navratilova - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 18, 1956 |
|---|---|
| Age | 68 |
| Birthplace | Prague, Czechoslovakia (now Czech Republic) |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Dominating women's tennis with a record nine Wimbledon singles titles and a total of 59 major titles (singles, doubles, mixed doubles), as well as her significant contributions to LGBTQ+ rights. |
Intro
Martina Navratilova is a legendary Czech-American tennis player who achieved unparalleled success during the 1970s and 1980s. She is renowned for her dominant athleticism, left-handed play, and versatility on all court surfaces. Navratilova won a total of 167 singles titles and 177 doubles titles over her career, including a record nine Wimbledon singles championships. She is widely considered one of the greatest female tennis players of all time.
Early Life & Background
Martina Navratilova was born in Prague, Czechoslovakia in 1956. She began playing tennis at a young age under the guidance of her stepfather, who was a tennis coach. She showed considerable promise as a junior competitor and won the Czechoslovak national championship at age 15. In 1975, at the age of 18, she defected to the United States to pursue a professional career and escape the political constraints of the communist regime.
Career Highlights
- Won 18 Grand Slam singles titles, including a record nine Wimbledon singles championships.
- Captured a total of 59 Grand Slam titles (singles, women's doubles, and mixed doubles), the most in the Open Era.
- Held the World No. 1 singles ranking for a total of 332 weeks.
- Achieved the longest winning streak in the Open Era of 74 consecutive matches (1984).
- Known for her rivalry with Chris Evert, which is considered one of the greatest in tennis history.
- Remained a top competitor into her late 40s, winning the 2006 US Open mixed doubles title at age 49.
Trivia
- Navratilova came out as gay in 1981, becoming one of the first openly gay sports superstars.
- She became a naturalized U.S. citizen in 1981.
- She has been an active commentator, coach, and advocate for various social causes, particularly LGBTQ+ rights and animal welfare.
- Inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 2000.
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Martina Navratilova was born the 18 October 1956.
Where is Martina Navratilova from?
Prague, Czechoslovakia (now Czech Republic).
On Her Birth-Day
About October 18th, 1956, in brief:
- Historical events: A significant diplomatic agreement signed in Moscow, officially ending the legal state of war between the Soviet Union and Japan, with diplomatic relations to be restored effective December 12, 1956. This marked an important moment in post-World War II international relations.
- Day of the week: October 18th, 1956 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Full Moon
- #1 US song: The Green Door by Jim Lowe
- #1 UK song: A Woman In Love by Frankie Laine
- Popular movie: The Brave One directed by Irving Rapper
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