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To this pro men's tennis player, coming out was 'so normal that I didn’t think about it'

Joao Lucas Reis da Silva surprised fans earlier this month when he posted Instagram photos of himself alongside his partner, Gui Sampaio Ricardo.

Tennis Pros Federer, Murry Say Gay Players Would Be No Problem

Top-ranking men's tennis pros Roger Federer and Andy Murray believe an out gay player in their sport wouldn't be an issue.

Real Housewives of Miami Makes History With 1st Out Lesbian Housewife

Julia Lemigova, wife of retired pro tennis player Martina Navratilova, joins the cast in the season 4 trailer.

Troye Sivan Lobs 'Gay Agenda' at Margaret Court Arena

The out singer delivered a pro-LGBTQ message at a venue named for the antigay Australian tennis player.

Tennis Pro Knows No Gays, But 'Every Other Player Is a Lesbian'

Ukrainian tennis pro Sergiy Stakhovsky may not be a household name, but he is making a racket about lesbian and gay players.

9 Gay Couples That Imploded In Epic Fashion

This Valentine's Day, say a little prayer for the couples whose stories ended really badly.

Serena Williams Refuses to Play Ball With John McEnroe's Sexist Comments

McEnroe's not sorry he said the "best female"player would be the 700th best on the male circuit. 

Billie Jean King Relives Her Historic Dollar Rebellion for Women

For International Women's Day, learn how this lesbian icon took a stand for fair pay over 50 years ago.

Match Point

Ten years ago, Amelie Mauresmo came out of the closet after her breakout run to the finals at the Australian Open. Two Grand Slam titles and several dives in the rankings later, is she putting her formidable backhand to bed forever?

Billie Jean King on Her Legendary Career: 'Pressure Is a Privilege'

The out trailblazer talks about the epiphany she had as a 12-year-old that changed her life.

Second set

For transgender tennis star Renee Richards, the generation gap looms larger than the gender gap. Her latest book, No Way Renee, continues the story of her "notorious" life.

As a Black Woman, Serena Dared to Stop Playing Nice

Minorities -- whether African-American, trans, or queer -- must play by society's rules, or face extreme punishment and ridicule.

Trans Golfer Still Trying to Join Pro Tour Even While Claiming to Have Unfair Advantage

Bobbi Lancaster is trying to become the first openly transgender athlete to play on the LPGA Tour, even while arguing she has a natural advantage in competition.

The Year in Sports

How Lendale Johnson Is Changing Tennis for Black Gay Players

An actor and a model, Johnson is the first Black gay tennis pro. 

Part 5 Our Hall of Fame

Any celebration of the The Advocate's founding in 1967 must honor the heroes for LGBT rights that we've covered for 45 years. With one honoree named per year, this is the final installment before a celebration Thursday in Los Angeles.

'Challengers' director Luca Guadagnino breaks down the now iconic churro scene

The director of the popular tennis-themed drama opens up about how he crafted one of the movie's most delicious scenes.

6 Times Michael Sam Proved His Courage

Michael Sam accepted an award in an emotional moment at the ESPYs Wednesday night. Here's six moments it was clear he was the right guy for the award.

Ordered to Compete with Men, Trans Woman Sues CrossFit

The fitness giant ignores decades of research supporting the 34-year-old CrossFit athlete, relegating her to the men's division.