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Tracy Chapman’s ‘Magical’ Display at Grammys Stirs up an Endearing Reaction From Tennis Legend Martina Navratilova

Published 02/05/2024, 4:33 AM EST

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Grammy Awards 2024 had a special element in it. This year’s event was graced by some stars who had seemingly vanished into the background, retiring from their music journey. Martina Navratilova, who is an avid music fan, loved watching the event and praised a star who surprised the world with her performance.

While Navratilova loved watching the event, some tennis legends were battling it out in another sport at that time. The bout, clashing with the music award show, was preferred by many American audiences, and some even bashed the Grammys.

Martina Navratilova praises music legend for Grammy performance

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Tracy Chapman, winner of the 1989 Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance, surprised the world as she stepped up to the stage to perform a duet of Fast Cars. She performed the song with Luke Albert Combs, who was later nominated for the ‘Best Country Solo Performance’. The two rocked the stadium as fans and attending artists cheered loudly for them.

Chapman, who did her last tour in 2009, came out to perform with him later and won over many, including Martina Navratilova. She shared a picture of her sitting on the stage at the Grammys and performing with her guitar. With the picture, Martina Navratilova also shared the caption, “Magical Tracy!!!”. The Czech-American has not shared any history of being a fan of Chapman, but she will definitely follow her now.

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The WTA legend enjoyed the Grammy Awards, but John McEnroeAndre Agassi, and other legends are competing in Pickleball Slam 2. While the event clashed with the awards, many Americans preferred to tune into the Slam.

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The American audience talks about their choice between Grammys and Pickleball

As the Pickleball Slam 2 took place, viewers chose to watch McEnroe, teaming up with James Blake and Maria Sharapova, battle with Andre Agassi, who teamed up with Jack Sock and Steffi Graf. The two teams were aiming to win the $1 million cash prize, and fans were there to witness this exciting journey.

Some fans said that only the privileged could say that they watched the Pickleball Slam 2. Many said it was more entertaining to watch the match. One fan even said it was ‘Sophie’s Choice’ for many to choose between the two.

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However, Martina Navratilova, who is vocal about her disdain for the paddle sport, chose to watch the award show. What did you watch? Let us know through your comments. 

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