Chris Evert has never shied away from expressing her strong views, even if it means facing resentment from a plethora of fans. And recently, the ‘Ice Maiden’ came out in support of the bodybuilding and Hollywood legend, Arnold Schwarzenegger’s ex-wife, Maria Shriver. Moreover, the remark that shocked Shriver also angered the 18-time Grand Slam champion.

The American tennis legend has supported many youngsters when they were criticized in the past; be it praising Coco Gauff or supporting the Japanese tennis star, Naomi Osaka. And similarly, when a renowned journalist made a controversial remark, it caught the eye of the 7-time Mr. Olympia’s ex-wife and, subsequently, the tennis legend. What was the remark?

Chris Evert expresses her disappointment and anger

During a live talk on CNN, the renowned host, Don Lemon, made a controversial comment about the Republican Nikki Haley. However, Don’s remark soon took a controversial turn, when the host, while talking about politicians, targeted Haley by saying that she wasn’t in her prime. Moreover, he further justified what he meant by prime. Lemon clarified that Halley was no longer in her 20s or 30s or 40s. When another host, Poppy Harlow, asked Don whether he was indicating prime as in for child-bearing. he indirectly confirmed.

After watching this, a disappointed Maria Shriver tweeted, “What the?? This is beyond sexist and beyond insulting to millions and millions of women.” And the 18-time Grand Slam champion was not far away from extending her support to the remark. She used just one word to express her anger and disappointment, “Disrespectful…😠😠😠”

Undoubtedly, strong support from a strong woman matters a lot. And Evert has done that for a long time. Once she stood by a young American tennis sensation when protests rocked the whole country.

When Evert praised Coco Gauff’s stand against racism

During the aftermath of George Floyd’s unfortunate death, there were widespread protests throughout the US and in several other countries against the issues of racial discrimination. And the 2022 Roland Garros finalist was among several high-profile personalities in the sports world who raised their voice against the injustice. Subsequently, Gauff’s involvement caught the attention of Chris Evert, earning her an inspiring message from the ‘Ice Maiden’. The legendary American called Gauff a future leader!

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