Martina Navratilova
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - MARCH 11: Laureus Academy Member Martina Navratilova attends the 2013 Laureus World Sports Awards at the Theatro Municipal Do Rio de Janeiro on March 11, 2013 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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Jason's actions also send another clear message to young people that sexual orientation can no longer be the standard to unfairly judge an athlete's ability or potential ... Joining the ranks of trailblazers like Martina Navratilova, Greg Louganis, Wade Davis and Brittney Griner, we have witnessed another obstacle overcome in sports.
I figured it would happen, I just didn't think it would happen this quickly
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Connors admits to million-dollar bet in match vs. Navratilova
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WATCH: Kevin McClatchy Talks Pro Sports at GLAAD Awards
McClatchy's speech, he thanks Billie Jean King, Martina Navratilova, Greg Louganis, Billy Bean, Rick Welts, Rosie Jones. "I want to thank all the other athletes who helped a decision like mine a little easier to make." He went on to explain how Jason Collins's from Out Magazine Read more »
