"Should I send my lawyers? Eff off": Navratilova hits back at steroid accusations from Twitter user

Martina Navratilova swiftly refuted accusations that she had used steroids during her professional tennis career to gain a competitive advantage on the court.

The Czech-American legend found herself facing allegations of using controlled substances on social media amid discussions about her opposition to including transgender athletes in women's sports.

Navratilova recently criticized the USTA for allowing a transgender woman to compete in a senior tennis event, citing the unfair advantage transgender women may have over biological women.

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A Twitter user agreed with Navratilova's opinions but also accused her of using steroids in the past to gain a physical edge over her competitors. The 66-year-old was outraged by the accusations and threatened legal action, fiercely asserting that she had never dabbled in such substances in her life.

"Should I have my lawyers pay you a visit? I never touched the stuff, now go away," tweeted Navratilova.

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Should I send my lawyers your way? Never touched the stuff, now eff off

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This exchange occurred after Martina Navratilova spoke out against the USTA's decision to allow Alicia Rowley, a self-identified woman, to compete and win the women's tennis competition in the 55 and over category at the USTA Grass Court Women's National Championships.

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Navratilova argued that women's tennis is not for men who could not compete against their own sex and questioned whether such classification would be allowed in bigger tournaments like the US Open.

"Come on @USTA: women’s tennis is not for failed male athletes, no matter the age. This is not right and not fair. Would this be allowed at the US Open this month? Only self-ID’d? I don’t think so...." tweeted Navratilova, making her concerns clear.

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Come on @USTA- women’s tennis is not for failed male athletes- whatever age. This is not right and it is not fair. Would this be allowed at the US Open this month? Just with self ID? I don’t think so…

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Hey @USTA @WTA @Martina @ChrissieEvert Women’s tennis is turning into a laughing stock because of these terrible policies prioritizing the mental health and identity of men over women who have discovered a love of tennis. The women are calling us and begging for help to be…

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Martina Navratilova has emerged as one of the staunchest opponents of transgender inclusion in women's sports, a topic that has become increasingly debated.

The 18-time Grand Slam champion has consistently cited biological differences as her main argument against allowing transgender women to compete in women's sports.

During her own professional career, Navratilova was coached by Renee Richards, a transgender woman who was also a former tennis player.

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