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Margaret Court's Controversial Return Shocks Australian Open

1/22/2025

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Margaret Court, 82, made a stunning return to the Australian Open after a four-year absence, catching officials off guard. She cheered on Alexander Zverev while paying tribute to the late tennis legend Neale Fraser. Despite her remarkable 24 Grand Slam titles, Court's presence sparked controversy due to her divisive anti-LGBTQ+ views, condemned by Tennis Australia.

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Margaret Court, 82, made a stunning return to the Australian Open after a four-year absence, catching officials off guard. She cheered on Alexander Zverev while paying tribute to the late tennis legend Neale Fraser. Despite her remarkable 24 Grand Slam titles, Court's presence sparked controversy due to her divisive anti-LGBTQ+ views, condemned by Tennis Australia.