"Most obnoxious tweet of the day" - Martina Navratilova slams social media user for comparing Donald Trump to Nelson Mandela

Martina Navratilova has publicly denounced a social media user who compared Donald Trump to Nelson Mandela. The misguided comparison was made in light of recent news that the former American president could face arrest.

On Saturday, March 18, Trump made a statement regarding his potential arrest on Tuesday in connection with a criminal case involving hush money payments made to adult film star Stormy Daniels. However, there has been no official confirmation of charges being brought against him.

Trump's statements have left his supporters in a state of distress. One of them took to Twitter to express their solidarity with the former president, drawing a comparison between him and the revered former South African leader, Nelson Mandela.

The tweet did not sit well with Martina Navratilova, who swiftly denounced the user's comments as "obnoxious." She also pointed out the stark differences between the two men, making it clear that such a comparison was inappropriate.

"Ladies and gents- I give you the Most obnoxious tweet of the day. The two men couldn’t be more polar opposites… enough said," Navratilova tweeted.

Barbora Krejcikova pays heartfelt tribute to Martina Navratilova, wishes her speedy recovery

Barbora Krejcikova and Martina Navratilova at the 2021 French Open

Barbora Krejcikova recently conveyed her deep admiration and gratitude towards Martina Navratilova. She also extended her heartfelt wishes to the 18-time Grand Slam champion following her recent cancer diagnosis.

At a post-match press conference in Indian Wells, Krejcikova was asked about the impact Navratilova has had on her. While acknowledging the generational gap, the 27-year-old said she was grateful to have met the tennis legend and become a friend of hers.

"Well, I think there is a generational gap, a big gap, but then on the other hand I definitely knew who Martina was and how successful she was when I was actually playing, when I was a junior. So for me, having the opportunity to meet her and to actually became a friend is a really big thing for me," Barbora Krejcikova said.

The former World No. 2 went on to wish Martina Navratilova a speedy recovery and expressed her desire to see the 18-time Grand Slam champion back at Indian Wells in the future.

"Yeah, I mean, obviously the situation that is happening, it's not good, and, I mean, I wish her all the best," she added. "I wish her, you know, to become healthy again and to be, you know, back again at the tournament, because I think she really loves it. I mean, we are so happy to have her here around and to be able to talk to her."