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Navratilova: Tennis Legend's Cancer Journey & New Family Life
26 Jun
Summary
- Navratilova holds tennis records with 167 singles and 177 doubles titles.
- She was declared cancer-free in March 2023 after a 2022 diagnosis.
- She and her wife adopted two sons in 2024, expanding their family.
Martina Navratilova, a legendary figure in tennis, continues to engage with the sport as a commentator and through exhibition matches, even after retiring from the professional circuit in 2006. She holds an impressive record of 167 singles and 177 doubles titles.
In late 2022, Navratilova was diagnosed with stage 1 throat and breast cancer. After undergoing treatment, she announced in March 2023 that she was cancer-free, describing the experience as emotionally and physically taxing.
Beyond her health battles and tennis career, Navratilova, married to Julia Lemigova since 2014, expanded her family. The couple welcomed two sons via adoption in 2024, and continue to share their lives on "The Real Housewives of Miami."
Navratilova has also become a vocal advocate for women's sports and cancer research. She recently acquired a minority stake in the Carolina Ascent FC women's professional soccer team in August 2025.
