Former American tennis star Martina Navratilova is among the best tennis experts in the world. She is honest and accurate as an analyst and also gives valuable feedback to the players. While we have seen her dining the role of commentator in many events now, the 65-year-old recently faced the camera for a totally different reason.

The former world number one recently made her acting debut. Here’s detailed information about her show and the character she played.

Martina Navratilova makes her Netflix debut

To the complete surprise of her fans, the tennis legend recently made her acting debut. Navratilova appeared as Gwyneth Paltrow’s Lover in the Netflix comedy ‘The Politician.’ Navratilova plays the role of Gwyneth Paltrow’s lover, Brigitte, in Ryan Murphy’s new show. Later, the 65-year-old also updated about it on her official website.

“Really enjoyed getting an acting job between Slams this year. Out now on Netflix — hope you enjoy it:),” she wrote.

The 18-time Grand Slam champion also shared a picture with her wife from the premiere of the show. “Yesterday walking the red carpet with my wife for the premiere of #thepolitician @julialemigova :), can you say GLAM?” she wrote.

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It will be interesting to see how well Navratilova does in a completely new role.

Navratilova hails Serena Williams as an inspiration for mothers

American tennis great Serena Williams recently played her last tennis match. While the whole world is busy counting her achievements, Navratilova pointed out a factor that is much bigger than any of her other achievements. The 65-year-old lauded Serena to show the world that a mother can also compete at the top level of a professional sport. Recalling her playing days, the 18-time Grand Slam champion said that in their time it was either having a baby or a career. However, the trend has changed now and Serena is a prime reason for it.

Notably, Serena clinched her 23rd Grand Slam title, back in 2017,  at the Australian Open, playing during her pregnancy. Later she returned to competitive tennis and had a good 2018. Although she couldn’t win a Grand Slam, she made it to the final at Wimbledon and the French Open.

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With time, Serena picked up the dual role of a mother and tennis player. Now that she has retired, the former world number one has dedicated herself to her 5-year-old daughter Olympia.