Czech-American and widely regarded as one of the greatest of all time, Martina Navratilov he feels that there will be such a hole, after Roger Federer et Serena Williams’s retire this year. While Federer played his last match at Tank cup in London in September, which she said was her last event on the pro circuit, Serena said she planned to “step away” from tennis in her final match at the US Open.
While giving post-retirement advice, Navratilova said Federer and Williams shouldn’t feel guilty about saying no. “They can do whatever they want” writes in the Wall Street Journal. Navratilova believes the two stars leave behind such a huge legacy that it will be nearly impossible for the next generation to replace him.
Navratilova, an 18-time grand singles champion, believes the two have done their bit for the world, and whatever they do now would be a huge boon for them and the world as well. With the presence of social media now, Navratilova thinks, it would be easier for the two to reach out to the world in whatever they choose to do next.
Navratilova believes that without the pressure of upcoming tournaments, training sessions and meals, they can feel free to explore the things they are passionate about and even discover new ones, which naturally suit them, rather than popular causes. people to help them realize their vision.
On future prospects, the big two, Navratilova he wrote, “The world belongs to them oyster, they can do whatever they want. There’s an incredible freedom in there and they shouldn’t be ashamed of it.. “Roger could be ambassador, or maybe president. And he might not even be Switzerland! », he added praising Federer.
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Martina Navratilova on the careers of Roger Federer and Serena Williams, the future of tennis
Looking back on Serena Williams’ glorious career, Navratilova thinks she will retire on her own terms. “Actually, when Serene got pregnant a few years ago, thought she was done. But then she came back. She wasn’t done! She will retire on her terms.” she wrote. As for Federer, he believes the Swiss would have continued to play if his body had let him.
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On the future of tennis, Navratilova believes the hole, after losing Roger and Serena in the same year, will be difficult to fill. However, she has faith in the next generation of players. ” We will soon fall in love with new players and there are great personalities. Let’s hope this new generation is even better, because things come in cycles. But the previous generation also plants the seeds for the next” she wrote.
Navratilova also touched on the topic of Covid-19 and its impact on the careers of Federer and Williams. She believes players like Federer and Williams, who are nearing the end of their careers, have had to endure a lot due to the restrictions imposed.
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