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Martina Navratilova is one of the greatest tennis players in the history of the sport. She has won 18 grand slam singles titles throughout her glorious tennis career. The former American tennis player captured the attention of tennis fans on and off the court with her distinctive flair and tenacity. After her retirement, she has become very active on social media, especially on Twitter. Recently, she had her fans go crazy on social media by tweeting about a video of a dog.

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Additionally, over the years, she has showcased her love for animals on social media. She has a soft spot for dogs, and she has even gone on tours with them in the past. The former tennis player has a miniature dachshund puppy named Lulu. 

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Martina Navratilova shares a cool dog video

The former world number one is quite active on Twitter. Recently, a user named Gabriele Corno posted a video of a dog playing volleyball with people. The video stunned the 18-time grand slam champion. She shared that video and wrote, “How fab is this?!?”

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The dog in the video displays his captivating volleyball skills, which seem to be on par with his human teammate. Even the 18 time grand slam champion was pretty impressed with the way the dog took over the setter’s position in the game.

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Notably, the 65-year-old former tennis pro frequently discusses about her miniature Dachshund, Lulu. Earlier this year, her pet also appeared with her in a conversation with Good Morning Britain.

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Navratilova applauds Roger Federer for being a part of tennis 

The tennis legend, Roger Federer, recently played his last match of his career. He stated earlier this month that he would be retiring due to his aging body and that he will play his last match at the Laver Cup. The Swiss Maestro played doubles with his rival and close friend, Rafael Nadal, against Jack Sock and Frances Tiafoe of Team World. 

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The 20-time grand slam champion received glowing tributes from all over the sporting world. Martina Navratilova was also among the people who appreciated Federer. She thanked the Swiss Maestro for being a part of tennis and said that it was an hour to watch him play. She also wished him good luck for the future.

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Pratishtha Prakash, senior tennis writer and resident analyst at EssentiallySports isn't just a sports journalist; she's a storyteller who found her true calling in tennis content. It is something she seamlessly integrates into both her professional and personal realms. At ES, she has curated more than 2400 articles, and each write-up reflects that fans are here to stay! Having professional certifications in content and digital marketing, Pratishtha has made it a habit to hone her skills as a quality journalist. Her sweet spot lies in articles exploring fan reactions and off-court tales. As an analyst, she elevates her storytelling with technical finesse. Beyond the pixels, Pratishtha trades her keyboard for the dance floor and loves to explore new places during her time off from work.

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