1981 US Open SF (pt 2/2) - Navratilova d. Evert

Some observant fans have noted that they could be as proud of Chrissie for the valiant way she fought her way through a loss, as they were when she won. Some say no player lost with more grace and equanimity. Other fans note that percentage-wise, no top player lost less often! But this battle in the 1981 US Open SF belonged to Navratilova & is one of the rivalry's most epic matches, seen here in 2 parts. Martina wins 7-5 4-6 6-4.

Virginia Wade, Tony Trabert & Pat Summerall provide commentary for CBS. The footage is provided by chrisevert.net to preserve the art of the "Classic era of the Tennis Boom" before technology was allowed to overwhelm the higher character of the sport.