Quote by Martina Navratilova

People in the States used to think that if girls were good at sports their sexuality would be affected. Being feminine meant being a cheerleader, not being an athlete. The image of women is changing now. You don't have to be pretty for people to come and see you play. At the same time, if you're a good athlete, it doesn't mean you're not a woman.

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Summary

This quote challenges traditional gender norms that associate femininity with being a cheerleader rather than an athlete. It highlights the change in societal perception, where women no longer have to conform to prescribed notions of femininity to be taken seriously in sports. The quote emphasizes that a woman's athleticism does not compromise her identity as a woman, rejecting the notion that being good at sports would affect one's sexuality. It reflects the evolving image of women in sports, emphasizing that personal abilities and skills should be valued above societal expectations of appearance or conformity.

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