Venus Williams’ latest off-court serve? A wellness book
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Venus Williams’ latest off-court serve? A wellness book

LA Times  

Tennis star Venus Williams’ new wellness book, “Strive,” consists of tenets she’s gleaned over the course of her 30-year career. It’s no surprise that tennis star Venus Williams is “very serious about success.” Williams, the most decorated tennis player in Olympic history, offers a guide to success with her new book, “Strive: 8 Steps to Find Your Awesome.” The wellness tome consists of tenets the elder Williams sister has gleaned over the course of her impressive 30-year career. “Because life is so exciting, there’s so many different things to get involved in, but after a while it becomes super unbalanced,” says Williams, who recently teamed up with the Carnegie Museum of Art in Pittsburgh to launch “Widening the Lens,” a six-episode podcast about photography and the environment. “I’m very easygoing, even though I work really hard and I’m very intense too,” Williams adds, chuckling again.

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Serena Williams has a two-book deal, starting with an ‘‘intimate’‘ and ‘‘open-hearted’‘ memoir about her career
1 year, 2 months ago

Serena Williams has a two-book deal, starting with an ‘‘intimate’‘ and ‘‘open-hearted’‘ memoir about her career

The Hindu  

Now that she’s stepped back from the sport she dominated like few others, Serena Williams is ready to reflect. The tennis great has a two-book deal with the Random House Publishing Group, starting with an “intimate” memoir in which she will open up about everything from her childhood and early tennis training, dramatized in the 2021 film “King Richard,” to …

Serena Williams has a 2-book deal, starting with an ‘intimate’ and ‘open-hearted’ memoir
1 year, 2 months ago

Serena Williams has a 2-book deal, starting with an ‘intimate’ and ‘open-hearted’ memoir

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Now that she’s stepped back from the sport she dominated like few others, Serena Williams is ready to reflect. The tennis great has a two-book deal with the Random House Publishing Group, starting with an “intimate” memoir in which she will open up about everything from her childhood and early tennis training, dramatized in the 2021 film …

US Open 2023: Williams sisters are the reason why I have this trophy today, says Coco Gauff
1 year, 3 months ago

US Open 2023: Williams sisters are the reason why I have this trophy today, says Coco Gauff

Firstpost  

Coco Gauff’s breakthrough victory in US Open women’s singles final will catapult her to a new level in the hierarchy of American sport. Coco Gauff said tennis icons Serena and Venus Williams paved the way for her breakthrough US Open triumph on Saturday after the American teenager captured her first Grand Slam title. “We couldn’t be prouder of you on …

How much is too much for a legend like Venus Williams? Retirement around the corner after heaviest US Open defeat?
1 year, 3 months ago

How much is too much for a legend like Venus Williams? Retirement around the corner after heaviest US Open defeat?

Hindustan Times  

Legendary American tennis player Venus Williams’ record-extending 24th US Open appearance came to a sorry end after she was defeated by Greet Minnen in the first round earlier this week. Venus Williams, of the United States, reacts during a match against Greet Minnen, of Belgium, at the first round of the U.S. Open Williams was given a wild card entry …

Venus Williams withdraws from Cleveland event with knee injury, but plans on playing in US Open
1 year, 4 months ago

Venus Williams withdraws from Cleveland event with knee injury, but plans on playing in US Open

The Hindu  

Venus Williams withdrew from Tennis in the Land on Sunday because of a knee injury, but the seven-time Grand Slam singles champion plans on playing in next week’s US Open. Williams released a video through the promoter of the WTA 250 event in downtown Cleveland, saying, “Unfortunately, my knee is just not acting right. It’s not supporting me being on …

Venus Williams withdraws from Cleveland event with knee injury, but plans on playing in U.S. Open
1 year, 4 months ago

Venus Williams withdraws from Cleveland event with knee injury, but plans on playing in U.S. Open

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Venus Williams withdrew from Tennis in the Land on Sunday because of a knee injury, but the seven-time Grand Slam singles champion plans on playing in next week’s U.S. Open. Williams released a video through the promoter of the WTA 250 event in downtown Cleveland, saying: “Unfortunately, my knee is just not acting right. It’s not supporting me …

Cincinnati Open 2023: I think I’m at a better level than I started the year, says Venus Williams
1 year, 4 months ago

Cincinnati Open 2023: I think I’m at a better level than I started the year, says Venus Williams

The Hindu  

Seven-time Grand Slam champion Venus Williams says she is now playing at a better level than at the start of an injury-plagued 2023 season after sealing her first top-20 win in four years by beating Veronika Kudermetova at the Cincinnati Open on Monday. Williams, who injured her right knee during her Wimbledon defeat to Elina Svitolina last month, said she …

Venus Williams falls early in her first match at her 24th Wimbledon and loses to Elina Svitolina
1 year, 5 months ago

Venus Williams falls early in her first match at her 24th Wimbledon and loses to Elina Svitolina

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — As Venus Williams entered Centre Court for her 24th Wimbledon appearance at age 43, greeted by a standing ovation, she held a green exercise band overhead with both hands and stretched it while striding to her sideline seat. Williams twice was treated by a trainer — including getting that knee taped up during a medical timeout after …

Former Wimbledon champion Venus on playing till 50: “If there is anyone who could do it, it would be me”
1 year, 5 months ago

Former Wimbledon champion Venus on playing till 50: “If there is anyone who could do it, it would be me”

The Hindu  

Venus Williams insists she’s not ready to call time on her career, claiming on Saturday she is probably the only player able to keep competing until she’s 50. “It’s never been done before so if there is anyone who could do it, it would be me,” said the five-time Wimbledon champion. “The Grand Slams mean the most to me,” added …

Venus Williams, aged 43 and ranked No 697, pulls off surprising win at Birmingham Classic
1 year, 6 months ago

Venus Williams, aged 43 and ranked No 697, pulls off surprising win at Birmingham Classic

China Daily  

Venus Williams in action against Camila Giorgi during the women's singles qualifying match on day one of the Rothesay Classic Birmingham at Edgbaston Priory Club June 19, 2023. 697, Venus Williams isn't done quite yet — especially on her favored surface of grass. Williams upset 48th-ranked Camile Giorgi 7-6, 4-6, 7-6 after more than three hours at the Birmingham Classic …

'Indian Sports Changed With Her': Indian Tennis Fraternity Reflects on Sania Mirza's Incredible Career
1 year, 10 months ago

'Indian Sports Changed With Her': Indian Tennis Fraternity Reflects on Sania Mirza's Incredible Career

News 18  

Sania Mirza played her last match on 21 February in Dubai in a one-sided thrashing in women’s doubles. One of the greatest tennis players to emerge from India or even South Asia, Mirza won six Grand Slams titles including three doubles and three mixed doubles crowns. “Amazing credit to her for what she has done for the sport, for people …

Sania Mirza Foresees Testing Times for Indian Women's Tennis After Swansong
1 year, 10 months ago

Sania Mirza Foresees Testing Times for Indian Women's Tennis After Swansong

News 18  

Sania Mirza said on Tuesday she does not see an Indian talent emerging at the top echelons of women’s tennis in the immediate future, but is hopeful that can change down the road. A former doubles world number one and six-time Grand Slam champion in doubles and mixed doubles, 36-year-old Mirza’s trailblazing journey has inspired countless young people from her …

Venus Williams determined to return despite ‘overwhelming’ injury set back
1 year, 10 months ago

Venus Williams determined to return despite ‘overwhelming’ injury set back

The Independent  

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Venus Williams ‘overwhelmed’ by hamstring injury, preparing for rehab grind
1 year, 10 months ago

Venus Williams ‘overwhelmed’ by hamstring injury, preparing for rehab grind

The Hindu  

Seven-times Grand Slam champion Venus Williams faces a long spell on the sidelines due to a hamstring injury that ended her hopes of playing in last month’s Australian Open but the 42-year-old is determined to get back on court at some point. Williams was set to play in her 22nd Australian Open after being given a wildcard but the twice …

Serena Williams says she has not retired from tennis
2 years, 1 month ago

Serena Williams says she has not retired from tennis

The Hindu  

Serena Williams on Monday said she has not retired from tennis and that the chances of her returning are "very high" after she previously indicated that she would step away from the sport after last month's U. S. Open. "I am not retired," Williams said at a conference in San Francisco while promoting her investment company, Serena Ventures. Williams, 41, …

The astounding legacy of the Williams sisters | In Focus podcast
2 years, 3 months ago

The astounding legacy of the Williams sisters | In Focus podcast

The Hindu  

September 08, 2022 01:35 pm | Updated 01:35 pm IST This year’s U.S. Open is being viewed as a ‘farewell tour’ – more or less – of the Williams sisters as the curtains come down on what has been described as “the greatest sibling act in sports history”. With both Serena and Venus Williams exiting the U.S. Open early, the …

Serena’s retirement after U.S. Open heralds sunset of tennis’ golden era
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena’s retirement after U.S. Open heralds sunset of tennis’ golden era

The Hindu  

The likely end of Serena Williams' tennis career has left the game staring at the beginning of the end of the sport's golden era, a dreaded prospect that has long been on the horizon. "She's box office," former British number one Greg Rusedski summed it up on Sky Sports after Williams informed the world of her decision last month in …

Analysis: Let Serena define her legacy as she leaves tennis
2 years, 3 months ago

Analysis: Let Serena define her legacy as she leaves tennis

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — After all of the many tributes to Serena Williams were done, the celebratory words and the video montages, the standing ovations and the shouts of her name, it seemed appropriate that she herself would provide the defining look at her legacy. So, sure, it’s impossible to assess Williams without considering her place in the pantheon of superstars, …

Celebrating Serena: The Story and Numbers Behind Serena Williams' Stellar Career
2 years, 3 months ago

Celebrating Serena: The Story and Numbers Behind Serena Williams' Stellar Career

News 18  

If I ever say farewell, I wouldn?t tell anyone, so…? -Said Serena Williams, one of the most recognisable names in world tennis, after her 2021 Australian Open loss against Naomi Osaka. She wound up living the dream as she won seven Australian Open titles, three French Opens, seven Wimbledon crowns and six US Opens to stand agonisingly just one shy …

Serena Williams: Twenty five things to remember about the tennis star
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams: Twenty five things to remember about the tennis star

The Hindu  

Around the world for 25 years, you need only hear or read her first name to recognize this singular athlete. “I’ve never seen anyone express their willpower as much as Serena Williams on the tennis court, ever,” said King, after Serena defeated Venus in the 2009 Wimbledon final. “I really was preparing my runner-up speech, because I thought she’s playing …

Serena Williams’ US Open run inspiring people of all ages
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams’ US Open run inspiring people of all ages

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Imagine if they could bottle a potion called “Just Serena.” That was Serena Williams’ succinct, smiling explanation for how she’d managed — at nearly 41, and match-rusty — to defeat the world’s second-ranked player and advance Wednesday to the third round of a U.S. Open that so far, doesn’t feel much like a farewell. “She gives you …

Fighting at 40: Older fans take heart in Serena’s success
2 years, 3 months ago

Fighting at 40: Older fans take heart in Serena’s success

The Independent  

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Serena Williams – analysing the barely believable data that explains her genius
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams – analysing the barely believable data that explains her genius

New York Times  

After 23 grand-slam titles, more than a thousand matches, and innumerable GOAT debates, Serena Williams’ professional tennis career is over. Winning those tournaments meant the younger Williams held all four of tennis’ major titles simultaneously, an achievement that was dubbed the “Serena Slam”. Williams’ initial success came on the quicker courts — her first grand slam was at the US …

Plan Early, Make No Emotional Moves: Serena Williams’ Career Can Inspire You to Ace Your Financial Game
2 years, 3 months ago

Plan Early, Make No Emotional Moves: Serena Williams’ Career Can Inspire You to Ace Your Financial Game

News 18  

For most tennis enthusiasts and sports lovers across the world, the legacy of Serena Williams goes far beyond the popular racquet sport. Here are some points you can take home to ace your financial planning: Start Saving Early Williams turned pro when she was just 14 years old. If you start setting aside the same amount 10 years later, at …

Serena Williams not done yet; wins 1st match at US Open
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams not done yet; wins 1st match at US Open

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — They came from far and wide for Serena — no last name required, befitting someone as much an icon as superstar athlete — to see her practice and play and, it turned out, win a match at the U.S. Open on Monday night, turning out in record numbers to fill Arthur Ashe Stadium and shout and applaud …

Serena Williams begins US Open with a convincing singles win
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams begins US Open with a convincing singles win

CNN  

CNN — Serena Williams, playing in what is likely the final tennis tournament of her storied career, opened singles play with a 6-3, 6-3 victory over Danka Kovinić in the first round of the US Open at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Video Ad Feedback Reporter: Serena Williams played inspired tennis in US Open match 01:25 - Source: CNN It was Williams’ …

Serena Williams prepares to retire as US Open ends Slam year
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams prepares to retire as US Open ends Slam year

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Thanks to Serena Williams, this U.S. Open will be like none other. And I think that she’s changed the way women compete, as far as it’s OK to be ferocious and passionate and vocal out there, emotional out there on the court, and still be a woman.” The ways in which Williams — and, to be sure, …

Serena Williams prepares for emotional final tournament at US Open
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams prepares for emotional final tournament at US Open

The Independent  

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Serena Williams' legacy: Plenty of wins, plenty of stands on issues
2 years, 4 months ago

Serena Williams' legacy: Plenty of wins, plenty of stands on issues

Firstpost  

Serena Williams indicated she is preparing to walk away from her professional tennis career as the start of the US Open approaches on 29 August and her 41st birthday next month nears New York: A couple of days before Serena Williams claimed the 22nd of her 23 Grand Slam singles titles at Wimbledon in 2016, she was asked what she …

Serena’s Legacy: Plenty of wins, plenty of stands on issues
2 years, 4 months ago

Serena’s Legacy: Plenty of wins, plenty of stands on issues

Associated Press  

A couple of days before Serena Williams claimed the 22nd of her 23 Grand Slam singles titles at Wimbledon in 2016, she was asked what she makes of it when people refer to her as one of history’s greatest female athletes. Her reply: She prefers being characterized as “one of the greatest athletes of all time.” That one, brief response …

AP PHOTOS: Serena Williams, the athlete and cultural icon
2 years, 4 months ago

AP PHOTOS: Serena Williams, the athlete and cultural icon

Associated Press  

After winning 23 Grand Slam titles, Serena Williams says she is turning her focus to having another child and her business interests as she readies to step away from tennis. I’m gonna relish these next few weeks.” Williams, one of the most accomplished athletes in the history of her — or any other — sport, has seven titles apiece at …

WIMBLEDON 2022: A look at past comebacks by Serena Williams
2 years, 6 months ago

WIMBLEDON 2022: A look at past comebacks by Serena Williams

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — Serena Williams plans to make her return to singles competition via a wild-card entry at Wimbledon, where matches begin on Monday. Here is a look at other times she missed two or more consecutive Grand Slam tournaments since making her major championship debut at the 1998 Australian Open: ___ When Williams Was Sidelined: 2003-04 Why: Left knee …

How Sania Mirza is training for Wimbledon and the Olympics
3 years, 6 months ago

How Sania Mirza is training for Wimbledon and the Olympics

Live Mint  

With injuries and the pandemic derailing Sania Mirza’s comeback in 2020, the Indian is set for a busy summer as she competes at Wimbledon and the Tokyo Olympics. I was in India when the first lockdown happened, and I do have a tennis court at home so I didn’t completely lose touch playing. But fitness and off-court training is something …

Serena Williams withdraws from French Open - Tennis news
4 years, 2 months ago

Serena Williams withdraws from French Open - Tennis news

The Hindu  

Serena Williams' search for a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam title will extend into another year after an Achilles tendon injury forced her to withdraw from the French Open on Wednesday. I was struggling to walk so that's a tell tale sign that I should try to recover.” Williams had suffered the problem during her semi-final loss to Victoria Azarenka in …

Happy Birthday Serena Williams: When the Grand Slam Queen Shared Her Motherhood Struggles with the World
4 years, 2 months ago

Happy Birthday Serena Williams: When the Grand Slam Queen Shared Her Motherhood Struggles with the World

News 18  

Having bagged the most number of Grand Slam singles titles by any tennis player in the Open Era, Serena Williams is an inspiration for all tennis lovers. Sometimes you just have to do what you have to do.” “The last 2 years have been my greatest accomplishment.” – in 2019 “Oh, my God, I’m not with her. That’s been the …

Serena Williams Likens Tennis Loss to ‘Dating a Guy You Know Sucks’
4 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams Likens Tennis Loss to ‘Dating a Guy You Know Sucks’

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING NEW YORK — Serena Williams let lead after lead slip away, so she figured it was her own fault when yet another match stretched to a third set and she started getting cramps in her weary legs on the way to a surprising loss at the Western & Southern Open. It’s like dating a guy that you …

WTA Top Seed Open: Serena Williams fit and ready to play after 6-month coronavirus pandemic enforced break
4 years, 4 months ago

WTA Top Seed Open: Serena Williams fit and ready to play after 6-month coronavirus pandemic enforced break

Firstpost  

WTA’s first event in the US since March features a spectator-free field that includes Serena, Venus Williams, Victoria Azarenka, Sloane Stephens and Coco Gauff. She is preparing for the inaugural Top Seed Open that opens Monday near Lexington, a recently added hard court tournament that serves as a tuneup for this month’s US Open in New York. The WTA’s first …

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