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How cancer battles deepened the bond between Evert and Navratilova

How cancer battles deepened the bond between Evert and Navratilova

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Tennis legends Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova reflect on their iconic rivalry, enduring friendship and shared cancer battles as they celebrate more than 50 years of a unique bond in a new Netflix documentary.

Martina Navratilova has breast cancer: report

Martina Navratilova has breast cancer: report

Rediff.com7 Apr 2010

A report said the winner of 18 Grand Slam singles titles would begin six weeks of radiation therapy in May following minor invasive surgery called a lumpectomy and the prognosis for survival was extremely good. She was diagnosed with a non-invasive form of breast cancer, the report said, called ductal carcinoma in situ, or DCIS, which in her case had not spread to the breast tissue.

Martina Navratilova proposes to longtime girlfriend at US Open

Martina Navratilova proposes to longtime girlfriend at US Open

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

Martina Navratilova recently proposed to her longtime girlfriend Julia Lemigova at U.S. Open tennis championship.

Martina Navratilova steps down as Agnieszka Radwanska's coach

Martina Navratilova steps down as Agnieszka Radwanska's coach

Rediff.com25 Apr 2015

Martina Navratilova has stepped down as coach to world number nine Agnieszka Radwanska after a brief five-month stint with the Polish tennis player.

Wimbledon: Serena sent packing, Wawrinka bids adieu

Wimbledon: Serena sent packing, Wawrinka bids adieu

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

Serena Williams' long-awaited Wimbledon singles comeback ended in a three-set defeat to Australia's Maya Joint, and Stan Wawrinka made his final singles appearance at the All England Club.

Serena Williams' Comeback Ignites Wimbledon Women's Singles

Serena Williams' Comeback Ignites Wimbledon Women's Singles

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

Serena Williams' unexpected return to Wimbledon after a four-year absence is set to be the dominant storyline of the women's singles draw. Despite her age and time away from competitive singles, her presence adds significant intrigue to a tournament already featuring top contenders like Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek, and rising star Mirra Andreeva. Her comeback has generated immense buzz, with experts debating her potential impact on the wide-open field.

Interview: Martina Navratilova

Interview: Martina Navratilova

Rediff.com17 Nov 2003

The 47-year-old tennis legend will become the oldest player in Federation Cup history this week.

Wimbledon: Swiatek overcomes Pliskova; Anisimova battles past Kenin

Wimbledon: Swiatek overcomes Pliskova; Anisimova battles past Kenin

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Defending champion Iga Swiatek eased past former world No. 1 Karolina Pliskova to reach the Wimbledon third round, while Amanda Anisimova battled back to defeat Sofia Kenin in a hard-fought all-American contest.

Linda Noskova survives Muchova fightback in thrilling final to win Wimbledon

Linda Noskova survives Muchova fightback in thrilling final to win Wimbledon

Rediff.com12 Jul 2026

Linda Noskova survived missing five match points to outlast compatriot Karolina Muchova 6-2, 5-7, 6-3 to win a maiden Grand Slam title as she extended the Czech Republic's remarkable Wimbledon success story.

Wimbledon 2026: Sinner, Djokovic send title warning with contrasting wins

Wimbledon 2026: Sinner, Djokovic send title warning with contrasting wins

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

Jannik Sinner's Wimbledon title defence gathered pace on Friday as the world number one swept aside American Jenson Brooksby 6-4 6-3 6-4 to enter the fourth round and reinforce his status as the man to beat at the All England Club.

Serena Williams' Return To Wimbledon Ends In Shock First Round Loss

Serena Williams' Return To Wimbledon Ends In Shock First Round Loss

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

Tennis legend Serena Williams' highly anticipated return to competitive action at Wimbledon after a four-year hiatus concluded with a 6-3 6-7(6) 6-3 defeat to Australian qualifier Maya Joint in the first round. Despite flashes of brilliance and fighting back from a match point, Williams was unable to overcome the 20-year-old, who secured the most significant victory of her career.

Venus Williams, Andrea Preti Tie Knot

Venus Williams, Andrea Preti Tie Knot

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

Tennis icon Venus Williams wed Italian model-actor Andrea Preti in Palm Beach, Florida.

Tennis great Navratilova says she is free of cancer

Tennis great Navratilova says she is free of cancer

Rediff.com21 Mar 2023

Martina Navratilova said she is cancer-free nearly four months after announcing she had been diagnosed with throat and breast cancer.

Diagnosed with throat and breast cancer, Navratilova vows to fight it

Diagnosed with throat and breast cancer, Navratilova vows to fight it

Rediff.com2 Jan 2023

Czech-born Navratilova, who became a US citizen in 1981, was also diagnosed and beat breast cancer back in 2010.

Tennis legend Navratilova to coach Radwanksa

Tennis legend Navratilova to coach Radwanksa

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

Agnieszka Radwanska has added 18 time Grand Slam champion Martina Navratilova to her coach staff.

Navratilova and Sania hold joint tennis Masterclass in Hyderabad!

Navratilova and Sania hold joint tennis Masterclass in Hyderabad!

Rediff.com15 Jul 2015

When two champions of tennis share their knowledge of the sport they most love and excel, everyone is keyed in. That is exactly what happened on Wednesday evening when Indian ace Sania Mirza hosted the legendary Martina Navratilova at a tennis 'Masterclass' in Hyderabad.

Navratilova in singles comeback

Navratilova in singles comeback

Rediff.com3 Apr 2004

Martina marries her perfect match!

Martina marries her perfect match!

Rediff.com17 Dec 2014

Tennis ace Martina Navratilova has married her long-term partner Julia Lemigova in New York.

Sabalenka opposes transgender athletes in women's tennis

Sabalenka opposes transgender athletes in women's tennis

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

World number one Aryna Sabalenka said it would be unfair for women to face "biological men" in professional tennis.

All women Australian Open champs from 1922 to 2026 revealed

All women Australian Open champs from 1922 to 2026 revealed

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Elena Rybakina put on a brilliant performance to defeat favourite Aryna Sabalenka 64, 46, 64 and lift her first Australian Open trophy.

Paes-Martina in second round

Paes-Martina in second round

Rediff.com23 Jan 2004

The pair beat Chris Haggard of South Africa and Emilie Loit of France in their first round mixed doubles match at the Australian Open.

Super Sania-Martina clinch WTA Finals title

Super Sania-Martina clinch WTA Finals title

Rediff.com1 Nov 2015

Indian tennis ace Sania Mirza and her Swiss partner Martina Hingis ended their dream run of 2015 on a high, winning their ninth women's doubles title, in Singapore, on Sunday.

Lack of top seeds won't devalue US Open title: Navratilova

Lack of top seeds won't devalue US Open title: Navratilova

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

American Serena Williams has also said that the dropouts will not take the shine off a potential record-equalling 24th Grand Slam title for her.

Navratilova turns to 'tennising'

Navratilova turns to 'tennising'

Rediff.com27 May 2008

The former world number one creates abstracts paintings by hitting paint-covered balls on to against clay and grass-coated canvases in a technique she refers to as "tennising".

First Look: Paes teams up with Navratilova in Mumbai

First Look: Paes teams up with Navratilova in Mumbai

Rediff.com7 Jan 2013

Ten years after winning their first Grand Slam titles (Australian Open and Wimbledon) together in 2003, Leander Paes and Martina Navratilova met in Mumbai and shared memories on what made them a winning pair on court and great friends off it.

Paes-Navratilova lose final

Paes-Navratilova lose final

Rediff.com1 Feb 2004

The defending champions lost to Serbian Nenad Zimonjic and Russian Elena Bovina 6-1 7-6 in 69 minutes.

Navratilova's Hyderabad sojourn ends

Navratilova's Hyderabad sojourn ends

Rediff.com10 Feb 2005

Martina-Groenefeld too good

Martina-Groenefeld too good

Rediff.com9 Feb 2005

Play with passion: Navratilova

Play with passion: Navratilova

Rediff.com21 Jun 2004

Paes-Navratilova in final

Paes-Navratilova in final

Rediff.com30 Jan 2004

The defending champions will take on Nenad Zimonjic of Serbia and Elena Bovina of Russia in the mixed doubles final.

Navratilova rolls back the years

Navratilova rolls back the years

Rediff.com21 Jun 2004

The 47-year-old nine times champion easily beat Catalina Castano in the first round at Wimbledon.\n\n

Martina's America comeback in Moscow

Martina's America comeback in Moscow

Rediff.com18 Nov 2003

At the age of 47, the former Czech will play doubles under an American flag in the semi-finals of the Fed Cup.

Navratilova out of Ordina Open

Navratilova out of Ordina Open

Rediff.com14 Jun 2005

The 47-year-old lost to Claudine Schaul of Luxembourg 4-6, 6-1, 6-3 in the first round of the tournament after getting a wild card.

Navratilova's record rolls on

Navratilova's record rolls on

Rediff.com25 Nov 2003

The US may have lost to France in the Fed Cup, but the 18-times singles Grand Slam champion took her personal record in event to an incredible 39 wins and no losses.

Sabalenka Vows To Prove Kyrgios Wrong In Epic Battle Of Sexes!

Sabalenka Vows To Prove Kyrgios Wrong In Epic Battle Of Sexes!

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Women's World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka will take on Australian maverick Nick Kyrgios in a 'Battle of the Sexes' exhibition match in Dubai on December 28, organisers announced on Tuesday.

Navratilova loses in comeback match

Navratilova loses in comeback match

Rediff.com25 May 2004

The 47-year-old former champion was whipped by Gisela Dulko of Argentina in the first round at the French Open.

Leander is my favourite mixed doubles partner: Navratilova

Leander is my favourite mixed doubles partner: Navratilova

Rediff.com27 Nov 2015

Tennis legend Martina Navratilova, on Friday, described multiple Grand Slam winner Leander Paes as her 'favourite' mixed doubles partner.