On Chris Evert: Before I even met her, she stood for everything I admired in this country: poise, ability, sportsmanship, money, style.

No matter where I go, I always make friends at the bridge table

I think the key is for women not to set any limits.

What I would tell girls coming up is just be yourself and don't let people get in the way.

The difference between involvement and commitment is like ham and eggs. The chicken is involved; the pig is committed.

I came to live in a country I love; some people label me a defector. I have loved men and women in my life; I've been labeled the bisexual defector. Want to know another secret? I'm even ambidextrous. I don't like labels. Just call me Martina.

There is no cheap way to achieve the ability to turn pro in tennis; it unfortunately is more expensive than team sports.