“Everyone has people in their lives that are gay, lesbian or transgender or bisexual. They may not want to admit it, but I guarantee they know somebody.”

“You know, gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender - people are people. ”

“Tennis taught me so many lessons in life. One of the things it taught me is that every ball that comes to me, I have to make a decision. I have to accept responsibility for the consequences every time I hit a ball.”

“Be bold if you are going to make an error make a doozy.”

“Tennis is a perfect combination of violent action taking place in an atmosphere of total tranquility.”

“Champions keep playing until they get it right.”

“Sometimes you have to be satisfied. You try hard enough. Don't be so self-critical; don't be so hard on yourself. (Shape your Self by M. Navratilova)”