US EditionNine-Time Wimbledon Champion Refused Entry to Restaurant over Strict Rule
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, JUL 8 – Martina Navratilova defends Serena Williams' pursuit of a 24th Grand Slam despite injuries and criticism, highlighting her 23 major titles as proof of greatness, Navratilova said.
- Martina Navratilova, a nine-time Wimbledon champion, was denied entry to The Ivy at Wimbledon on July 8, 2025, because her dog Lulu was not allowed inside the restaurant.
- The Ivy has a firm policy that prohibits pets inside its restaurants, allowing only service animals and emotional support dogs, which resulted in Navratilova’s dog being denied entry despite her attempts.
- Navratilova shared this experience publicly on social media, noting that she ended up having a quieter dinner elsewhere where Lulu was welcome, which fans supported positively.
- Roger Federer faced a similar situation in 2022 when he was stopped by security at Wimbledon for not having his membership card, despite being an eight-time champion and having multiple cards.
- These incidents highlight the strict enforcement of rules at Wimbledon and nearby venues, affecting even legendary players and underscoring challenges in balancing tradition and personal circumstances.
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A tennis legend experiences an unpleasant surprise when visiting a restaurant in Wimbledon – she is denied access from a certain one.
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A TENNIS legend was left furious after she was turned away from a posh Wimbledon eatery. The sporting star turned BBC pundit was denied service at a restaurant in SW19 – despite being a nine-times former Wimbledon singles champion. X @MartinaDespite her legacy, tennis ace Martina Navratilova was refused service at a restaurant[/caption] The multi-trophy winning athlete was denied entry to a Wimbledon restaurantAP Martina Navratilova left fans di…
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