Served with Andy Roddick Martina Navratilova | Live from The Tennis Hall of Fame
Aug 23, 2025
Martina Navratilova, a tennis legend with 18 Grand Slam singles titles, joins Andy Roddick and Jon Wertheim at the Hall of Fame. They celebrate the exciting induction ceremony, reminiscing about tennis's rich history and the evolution of the sport. Martina shares heartfelt mentorship stories and reflects on the emotional challenges of aging in sports. The trio discusses recent innovations, the significance of charity events, and the impact of tennis legends on future generations, infusing the conversation with laughter and nostalgia.
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Sharapova Clinic Moment
- Martina remembers Maria Sharapova's father asking what to do because Maria stood out at a clinic.
- Martina recommended Bollettieri and encouraged moving early to pursue tennis seriously.
Winning Mixed Doubles Near 50
- Martina recounts winning the 2006 US Open mixed doubles at age 49 with Bob Bryan.
- She describes playing well, picking the right partner, and finishing her career on a high note.
Avoid Over-Shortening Doubles
- Martina cautions that shortening doubles formats levels the field and increases variance.
- She suggests longer draws and more matches to preserve quality and reward doubles specialists.