Martina & Chrissie Flashcards
what was Chrissie’s nickname in her first ever grand-slam tournament?
“Little Chrissie Evert”
Other than winning games, what did Martina and Chrissie win?
The hearts of the fans.
Besides the fact that they are rivals, why should they hate each other?
They were on opposite sides in the cold war.
What was the main reason Chrissie dominated Martina in their first game?
Martina was out of shape.
Who made Martina and Chrissie hate each other?
One of their coaches.
What was the shot Chrissie was amazing at?
Her two handed backhand.
Where was Martina’s first win against Chrissie?
In the Wimbledon.
How many times did Martina win in a row?
13
How many years did Chrissie dominate Martina?
5 years.
What made Chrissie’s hometown so different than Martina’s hometown?
Martina was born in Czechoslovakia which was a communist country. (Martina wasn’t free)
What were the two main countries in the cold war?
U.S. and Soviet Union
Who won the first match between Martina and Chrissie?
Chrissie
Who won the most matches between Martina and Chrissie?
Martina
When did Chrissie start taking lessons?
When she was 5
Where was Chrissie from?
The U.S.
Why were Martina and Chrissie supposed to hate each other?
They were on opposite sides in the cold war
What “Woke Martina up?”
A ball hit her in the head
Why shouldn’t you go by numbers?
They never tell the whole story
What was wrong with Martina’s way of playing Tennis?
She wasn’t supposed to do it
What did Martina say to what women were supposed to do?
No
What was so special about Martians and Chrissies
rivalry?
That they were best friends
Why were Martina and Chrissie supposed to hate each other?
They were are on opposite sides in the cold war
Where was Martina born?
The United States
Who was more emotional on court?
Chrissie
