Martina Navratilova, the retired tennis legend turned commentator, is back in action at the French Open women’s final, alongside her wife Julia Lemigova. The exclusive draw features first-time finalist Jasmine Paolini challenging defending champion Iga Swiatek for the title at Roland Garros.
Lemigova confirmed their presence at the finals through an Instagram story, showcasing their excitement for the showdown. Navratilova, known for her vocal commentary, has been actively sharing her opinions throughout the tournament. She supported Swiatek’s request for all-day draws, criticizing the late-night scheduling at the Major.
In a recent turn of events, Navratilova took a dig at World No. 4 Elena Rybakina for her disappointing performance against Paolini in the quarterfinals. Referring to Rybakina as “flat as a pancake… or a crepe,” Navratilova expressed her disappointment in the favorite’s upset loss.
Despite the unexpected turn of events, Paolini is now on the brink of making history at the French Open, aiming to capitalize on her first-time finalist status. With Navratilova’s sharp commentary and Lemigova’s support from the VIP seats, the women’s final promises to be an exciting and memorable event for tennis fans worldwide. Stay tuned for the thrilling conclusion of the French Open at Roland Garros.