Martina Navratilova’s wife, Julia Lemigova, recently shared glimpses of attending the highly anticipated Miami Open semifinal between second seed Jannik Sinner and third seed Alexander Zverev. The elite Italian has secured his spot in the title match after overpowering Zverev and now prepares to face off with World No. 22 Jiří Lehečka.
Julia Lemigova Takes in Miami Open Semifinal Action Between Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev
Hall of Famer Navratilova is one of the on-site match announcers for the Miami Open, along with an elite lineup including Lindsay Davenport, Jim Courier, Brett Haber, Jimmy Arias, Chanda Rubin, and Mark Petchey.
The legendary player in her prime clinched 167 singles titles and 177 doubles titles, including 59 major titles: 18 in singles, 31 in women’s doubles, and 10 in mixed doubles, securing her legacy along with other feats as well.
Navratilova’s wife, Lemigova, the former model and 1990 Miss USSR, recently shared glimpses of her time at the Miami Open semifinal, watching the clash between Sinner and Zverev, along with her kids. In the glimpse Lemigova shared, her kid’s face was hidden behind a smiling face with hearts emoticon.
The couple, who share a long history, started dating in 2008, tied the knot in December 2014 in New York City, and have two homes in Miami. The icon decided to expand her family with Lemigova in 2024 and adopted two sons. Afterward, Navratilova expressed her heartfelt sentiments, adding, “We are over the moon recognizing the challenges and the rewards for everybody.”
In their Instagram post, the couple also shared admirable glimpses of their trip with their sons, with Lemigova adding in the caption, “Aspen memories, New Year magic, and the best way to begin 2026 together. Back home with full hearts #aspen #familyfirst #winterglam #gratefulheart.”
Navratilova met her wife for the first time in 2000, after which they lost contact; however, as fate would have it, they met again in 2008 and began their relationship.
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In an earlier interview with People, the WTA legend shared her admiration and affection for her wife, expressing, “She’s just a special human being inside and out. [I love] her dimples when she smiles. She’s got a honey voice and a honey personality. We’ve come from similar backgrounds and experiences in life and we’ve both overcome a lot. We both dreamt big and we both made it, so it’s pretty cool!”
The former model is also the owner of the French skincare brand Russie Blanche and Joiya Spa, a well-being center. Apart from sharing two sons with Navratilova, Lemigova also has two daughters from her previous relationship.
