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In the world of tennis, where each swing and statement reverberates across the courts, Martina Navratilova stands as a towering emblem of unfiltered honesty. With a legacy etched by 18 grand slam triumphs, Navratilova has wielded her voice by means of both her racket and microphone. From championing women’s rights to challenging the Saudi shadow over tennis, she’s never shied away from the contentious.
But in a fresh twist to her candid chronicles, Navratilova steps into the limelight for her words on Iga Swiatek, the young star who openly aired her pre-US Open weariness. As Navratilova’s response sparks a cascade of cheers and jeers on Twitter, the tennis arena finds itself yet again captivated by the audacity of unvarnished words.
Fans react as Martina Navratilova fires words at Iga Swiatek
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Iga Swiatek, in a series of events, claimed that she is not feeling 100% fit and claimed to be tired just ahead of the start of the upcoming US Open. However, reacting to this, Navratilova said that she should either suck it up or should skip the whole tournament.
However, the fans did not welcome her comments as she seemed to face backlash.
One user tweeted, “Martina is an obnoxious and unpleasant person,” citing the fact that Martina shouldn’t have said those words to her.
Martina is an obnoxious and unpleasant person.
— John Falstaff (@MrBlueberryPan1) August 25, 2023
Another user took to Twitter to say that Swiatek is also a human and, just like any other person, she can also have such moments of tiredness and fatigue.
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“lol wtf, why ppl can not complain when they are tired? she is a human. and this advice about skipping USO? bye, Felicia,” mentioned the fan while disregarding Navratilova’s comments.
lol wtf why ppl can not complain when they are tired? she is a human. and this advise about skipping USO? bye, Felicia.
— Karolina (@pannacarol89) August 25, 2023
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Another user also highlighted the same fact and said that she has played more than 50 games this season and it is okay for her to be tired and exhausted. “Iga played the most matches of all this season. Over 50. She has a right to be tired. It’s only human. When other players are tired it’s okay, only Iga can’t be tired, People are terrible,” mentioned the fan.
Iga played the most matches of all this season. Over 50. She has a right to be tired. It's only human. When other players are tired it's ok, only Iga can't be tired, people are terrible
— Roksana (@Oh_roks) August 25, 2023
This user highlighted its dissatisfaction over the issue by issuing a cheeky comment. The comment read, “Martina Navratilova is so kind to the future of the sport. What a way to inspire young talent. A bit put off.” However, it had different meanings.
Martina Navratilova is so kind to the future of the sport. What a way to inspire young talent. A bit put off.
— Kami (@kamilamkamilaa) August 25, 2023
This user expressed his concern, saying that with some of the top players like Ashleigh Barty and Naomi Osaka out of the tour for a while, it is Swiatek who’ll be carrying the legacy forward.
Thus, it is essential for the fans and everyone to respect the upcoming faces and make sure that they shine bright.
Appalling attitude from Navratilova. Swiatek has been off form for months and is clearly burnt out. After Barty’s early retirement, and uncertainty about Osaka’s future women’s tennis cannot afford to lose another big star. Players need support not endless criticism.
— Barry Fleming (@BarryJFleming) August 26, 2023
This user expressed her views by saying that everyone knows that Navratilova is not a fan of Iga Swiatek. So, she should not say much about her and just move on. “Martina -We know you don’t like Iga. Stop being unpleasant and move on!!!!”
Martina -We know you don’t like Iga.Stop being unpleasant and move on!!!!
— Marta 🇵🇱✝️ (@marta12606236) August 26, 2023
However, out of everything, one fan came out and said that the comments made by Martina Navratilova are just fine and there’s nothing bad about it. “Agree Martina! well said,” said the fan supporting Navratilova’s comments.
Agree Martina 👏👏 well said
— HalepOUT (@TheNewHalepOUT) August 25, 2023
Last, but not least, this user went all in on Martina Navratilova and expressed his frustration on the former grand slam winner. He went ahead to say that she is a bully and does not want talent to grow, citing the statements once said by the great Margaret Court.
Martina Navratilova is a mean spirited old lady.
All she does is criticize the young women. Margaret Court is right about one thing Martina is a bully.— OrvilleLloydDouglas🇨🇦🏳️🌈 (@OrvilleLloyd) August 25, 2023
Thus, Navratilova’s comments on the matter received great backlash from the fans. What started as a motivational way of dealing with things turned its back on the former champion. With the US Open on the horizon now, it will be exciting to see if Swiatek pulls out or goes all in and claims glory to her name.
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