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Over recent years, Martina Navratilova has strongly spoken out against various social issues. Earlier this month, the longest-reigning monarch in Britain’s history, Queen Elizabeth II passed away. Subsequently, her funeral took place yesterday. Global leaders like Joe Biden and Emmanuel Macron attended the funeral. However, the former President of the United States, Donald Trump, criticized Biden at the funeral, which led to a strong reaction from Navratilova.

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During her career, Navratilova overcame all odds to achieve success in tennis. She had to move to the United States during the early part of her career due to the deteriorating political situation in her native country. However, that didn’t stop her from realizing her dreams as Navratilova went on to become one of the most decorated players in the sport.

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Martina Navratilova slams Donald Trump

The 65-year-old tennis legend took to Twitter to call out Donald Trump for his criticism of Joe Biden. She said, “What an effing psychopath- he even manages to make a funeral about himself…”

Apparently, Trump wasn’t happy with Biden’s seating position at the funeral. Reacting to this, he said, “This is what’s happened to America in just two short years. No respect!”

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Further, he went on to add, “If I were president, they wouldn’t have sat me back there – and our Country would be much different than it is right now!”

Navratilova on Trump’s support for the LIV Golf Series

This is not the first time Navratilova has called out Trump for his actions. Earlier this year, the tennis legend took to Twitter to lash out at Trump following his involvement in the Saudi-backed tournament.

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She said, “As usual- FOLLOW THE MONEY,” in response to the news that Trump was bringing the LIV Golf series to his club at Bedminster in New Jersey.

Recently, she also reacted to Federer’s retirement. Navratilova thanked the Swiss maestro for all the glorious memories and praised his heartfelt retirement message. Federer will call an end to his career after playing in the Laver Cup, commencing in a few days.

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