Back in the day, the WTA saw some of the most dominant players on tours. With the likes of Martina Navratilova, Chris Evert, Billie Jean King, and many others on the tour, many players feared their wrath. But of the entire circuit, Martina Navratilova, the Czech-American tennis player was the biggest force to be dealt with. Even now, sweet nostalgia makes its way through often – and that is exactly what happened recently.

After having secured 18 Grand Slams to her name, Navratilova decided to call it quits and hung her boots in the year 2006 after playing her final US Open match. However, in a recent tweet shared on Twitter, Martina went to talk about the good old days and the time when she used to be a dominant force in the sport.

Martina Navratilova talks about the good old days of her career

In a touching tribute that came across Twitter, a user took the tennis community on a journey down memory lane, taking back to the illustrious days when Martina Navratilova’s prowess dominated the WTA scene. The tweet, a tribute to both Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert, remembered their remarkable contributions as athletes who reshaped the landscape of tennis.

Their rivalry wasn’t just a competition; it carved a legacy of their career, friendship, and unparalleled respect – a symbol of qualities that remains an aspiration for many. Martina Navratilova’s response, a sweet and simple “Those were the days:)”, suggests a poignant sentiment that ran down the sentiment of countless fans.

Thus, the tweet not only takes the players and fans back in time, but also cherishes the beautiful memories that the players had while playing on the courts. While the players had a significant impact on the sport, these two legends shared a great rivalry as well.

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The famous Navratilova vs Evert rivalry

These two players had one of the most fierce face-offs on the tour. While being great friends off the court, they always played their hearts out while competing against each other.

Regarded as one of the sport’s most iconic rivalries, their legacy shines in tennis history. Their epic saga unfolded across 80 matches from 1973 to 1988, with 60 finals among them. Navratilova commanded a 43–37 edge overall and a 36–24 lead in the finals. This unparalleled rivalry holds the distinction of being the Open Era’s most prolific tennis encounter.

Thus, Martina’s words shed light on how much she misses being part of the WTA as a player. Her rivalry with Chris Evert is only a sign that you can be best friends with your on-court rival as well. The bond that these two players shared is evident to date.

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