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Deep Dive: Unmatched (2010)

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Unmatched
Unmatched is a documentary focusing on the tennis rivalry and friendship between Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert. The film features personal conversations between the two players, discussing their experiences on the court and their bond off the court. They met in 80 matches, including 60 finals and 14 grand slam finals, with Navratilova holding a 43–37 advantage over Evert. The documentary includes interviews conducted by Hannah Storm, who is also friends with Evert. The film captures their shared experiences, such as practicing together before tournaments and their victory in doubles at Wimbledon in 1976. It also touches on their personal lives, including double dating with Dean Martin Jr. and Desi Arnaz Jr., and how Navratilova assisted Evert in meeting her second husband, Andy Mill.

Why Watch

  • •Meet tennis legends Navratilova and Evert
  • •See their unique friendship and rivalry unfold
  • •Find out about their Wimbledon doubles victory in 1976

Did You Know

•Navratilova and Evert played 80 matches against each other.
•They faced off in 60 finals and 14 grand slam finals.
•Navratilova leads their rivalry with a record of 43 wins to Evert's 37.
•The film was shot over three days in Amagansett, New York in October 2009.
•Unmatched won the 2011 Gracie Award for Outstanding Producer - News/Non-fiction.

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Tennis fansSports history enthusiastsDocumentary lovers