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Martina Navratilova

People in the States used to think that if girls were good at sports their sexuality would be affected.

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In the past, many Americans believed that girls who excelled in sports might lose their traditional feminine qualities or be seen differently in terms of their sexual identity. This idea reflected a misunderstanding and stereotype linking athletic ability with assumptions about a girl's personal life.

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