Tennis is a prestigious sport. Played for decades, its crown jewel has always been Wimbledon—the oldest Slam, born in 1877. It has watched the world change across centuries. But what makes it truly magical are the connections forged along the way. Martina Navratilova surely has plenty of stories to tell. This one, though, feels bittersweet. The Duchess of Kent has passed away.

The Duchess of Kent, Katharine, died peacefully at 92 on September 4, surrounded by family at Kensington Palace. Buckingham Palace spoke of “deep sorrow,” lowering flags to half-mast in tribute. The Prince and Princess of Wales called her a “much missed member of the family” who “worked tirelessly to help others” and carried a deep love for music.

When the news broke, Martina Navratilova looked back. She sh

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