Serena Williams earns first win of season in Toronto
2 years, 4 months ago

Serena Williams earns first win of season in Toronto

Associated Press  

TORONTO — Serena Williams hadn’t won in so long, she said she couldn’t even remember the feeling. She picked up her first victory since the 2021 French Open on Monday, beating Nuria Parrizas-Diaz 6-3, 6-4 at the women’s National Bank Open. Literally, I’m the kind of person it takes one or two things and then it clicks.” Williams started out strong, taking the first two games with relative ease. Parrizas-Diaz tied it 2-2, but despite Williams’ struggles at certain points, the 31-year-old Spaniard couldn’t find enough of a consistent flow to get ahead. “I can’t do this forever, so sometimes you just want to try your best to enjoy the moments and do the best that you can.” In other opening-round action, Canada’s Leylah Fernandez made her return to the court with a 6-4, 6-7, 6-3 win over Australian Storm Sanders.

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Today in Sports - Week Ahead, Sept. 6 - Sept. 12
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Today in Sports - Week Ahead, Sept. 6 - Sept. 12

Associated Press  

Sept. 6 1920 — Jack Dempsey knocks out Billy Miske in the third round to retain the world heavyweight title. 2003 — Andy Roddick wins his first Grand Slam tournament title, defeating Juan Carlos Ferrero, 6-3, 7-6, 6-3, in the U.S. Open men’s singles final. 2012 — Bob and Mike Bryan beat Leander Paes and Radek Stepanek 6-3, 6-4 to …

Today in Sports - 23-time Grand Slam tennis champion Serena Williams plays final match at U.S. Open
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Today in Sports - 23-time Grand Slam tennis champion Serena Williams plays final match at U.S. Open

Associated Press  

Sept. 3 1908 — Canadian world heavyweight boxing champion Tommy Burns KOs Australian Bill Lang in 6 rounds in Melbourne in a warmup fight for his famous title bout with Jack Johnson. 1945 — Frank Parker defends his U.S. Open title, defeating Bill Talbert 14-12, 6-1, 6-2 in the final of the first postwar U.S. Open. 1989 — Chris Evert …

On this day in 2009: Serena Williams reclaims Wimbledon title from sister Venus
5 months, 2 weeks ago

On this day in 2009: Serena Williams reclaims Wimbledon title from sister Venus

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

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 …

Serena Williams gives birth to second child, a daughter
1 year, 4 months ago

Serena Williams gives birth to second child, a daughter

The Hindu  

Serena Williams has given birth to a baby girl, she posted on Instagram, almost exactly a year after her last match as a tennis star. Adira River Ohanian is the second child — and second daughter — for the 41-year-old Williams and her husband, Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian. When she told the world in August 2022 she was preparing to …

Today in Sports - Serena Williams wins her record-tying 22nd Grand Slam title in the Wimbledon final
1 year, 5 months ago

Today in Sports - Serena Williams wins her record-tying 22nd Grand Slam title in the Wimbledon final

Associated Press  

July 9 1922 — Johnny Weissmuller is the first to swim the 100-meter freestyle under 1 minute as he breaks Duke Kahanamoku’s world record with a time of 58.6 seconds. 1965 — Peter Thomson wins his fifth British Open title by two strokes over Brian Huggett and Christy O’Connor Sr. Thomson shoots a 7-under 285 at the Royal Birkdale Golf …

On this day in 2009: Serena Williams reclaims Wimbledon...
1 year, 5 months ago

On this day in 2009: Serena Williams reclaims Wimbledon...

Daily Mail  

Serena Williams beat sister Venus Williams on this day in 2009 to claim her third Wimbledon singles title. Older sister Venus was the defending champion Serena broke serve twice in the second set and although Venus saved three match points, the younger sister made sure of victory on her next chance. It was a third Wimbledon singles title for Serena, …

Roger Federer to be celebrated at Wimbledon, pregnant Serena Williams not to attend
1 year, 5 months ago

Roger Federer to be celebrated at Wimbledon, pregnant Serena Williams not to attend

The Hindu  

Roger Federer will be back on Centre Court at Wimbledon on Tuesday. READ - Wimbledon 2023, Day 2 Order of Play: Alcaraz, Rybakina and Sabalenka amongst others in first-round action Martina Navratilova set the overall standard by claiming nine women’s singles titles at Wimbledon. “Pleased to say that Roger will be with us tomorrow, and we will have a special …

Evergreen Venus returns to grace grass of Wimbledon
1 year, 5 months ago

Evergreen Venus returns to grace grass of Wimbledon

China Daily  

Serena and Venus Williams pose with their trophies following the 2003 Wimbledon women's singles final, which Serena won. Having played the tournament in four different decades, Williams boasts wins over the likes of fellow Grand Slam standouts Martina Hingis, Justine Henin, Kim Clijsters and Maria Sharapova — all long retired — on the famous lawns of southwest London. Williams' 2008 …

Today in Sports - Serena Williams beats big sister Venus for 3rd Wimbledon title and 11th Grand Slam
1 year, 5 months ago

Today in Sports - Serena Williams beats big sister Venus for 3rd Wimbledon title and 11th Grand Slam

Associated Press  

July 4 1907 — Canadian world heavyweight boxing champion Tommy Burns KOs Bill Squires of Australia in round 1 in Colma, California, his 6th title defense. 1999 — Pete Sampras overwhelms Andre Agassi in three sets to capture his sixth Wimbledon title and tie Roy Emerson’s record with his 12th Grand Slam championship. 2002 — Venus and Serena Williams win …

Timeless Venus Williams eyes one more Wimbledon magic spell
1 year, 5 months ago

Timeless Venus Williams eyes one more Wimbledon magic spell

The Hindu  

The summer of 1997 saw Britain hand over Hong Kong to China, “Men in Black” top the movie charts and Harry Potter take his first, faltering steps at Hogwarts. “The only thing you have to do is pay your taxes or else you’re going to jail.” Having played the tournament in four different decades, Williams boasts wins over the likes …

43-year-old Venus Williams gets wild card to play singles at Wimbledon
1 year, 6 months ago

43-year-old Venus Williams gets wild card to play singles at Wimbledon

Firstpost  

Wimbledon: Venus Williams is set to make her 24th appearance in the singles draw at Wimbledon after the 43-year-old American was given a wild-card entry on Wednesday. Williams is a five-time Wimbledon singles champion and was a finalist at the grass-court major in 2017, two decades after her debut at the All England Club. Ukrainian player Elina Svitolina and British …

43-year-old Venus Williams gets wild card to play singles at Wimbledon
1 year, 6 months ago

43-year-old Venus Williams gets wild card to play singles at Wimbledon

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — Venus Williams is set to make her 24th appearance in the singles draw at Wimbledon after the 43-year-old American was given a wild-card entry on Wednesday. Williams is a five-time Wimbledon singles champion and was a finalist at the grass-court major in 2017, two decades after her debut at the All England Club. Ukrainian player Elina Svitolina …

Venus Williams beaten by Swiss teenager Celine Naef in 1st match since January hamstring injury
1 year, 6 months ago

Venus Williams beaten by Swiss teenager Celine Naef in 1st match since January hamstring injury

China Daily  

Venus Williams of the United States reacts in her women's singles first round match against Celine Naef of Switzerland at the Libema Open Grass Court Championships at Autotron Rosmalen Den Bosch, Netherlands June 13, 2023. DEN BOSCH, Netherlands — Seven-time major champion Venus Williams lost her first competitive singles match since injuring her hamstring in January, succumbing to 17-year-old Celine …

Venus Williams makes winning return at Auckland Classic
1 year, 11 months ago

Venus Williams makes winning return at Auckland Classic

The Hindu  

Seven-time grand slam winner Venus Williams overcame a player less than half her age on Monday in a vintage performance in the first round of the Auckland Classic. An hour-long rain interruption worked in Williams’ favour, as she resumed in style to beat fellow American Katie Volynets 7-6, 6-2. My coach could barely talk to me so I’m going to …

Auckland Classic: Venus Williams Makes Winning Return Against Katie Volynets
1 year, 11 months ago

Auckland Classic: Venus Williams Makes Winning Return Against Katie Volynets

News 18  

Seven-time grand slam winner Venus Williams overcame a player less than half her age on Monday in a vintage performance in the first round of the Auckland Classic. An hour-long rain interruption worked in Williams’ favour, as she resumed in style to beat fellow American Katie Volynets 7-6, 6-2. My coach could barely talk to me so I’m going to …

Top Tennis moments from 2022: Part II - Swiatek, Alcaraz create history; Serena ‘evolves away’
1 year, 11 months ago

Top Tennis moments from 2022: Part II - Swiatek, Alcaraz create history; Serena ‘evolves away’

The Hindu  

The 2022 tennis season had everything. PART ONE PART THREE PART FOUR Before the 2023 season begins with the United Cup in Australia, here is a quick look at part two of the top 40 tennis moments of 2022: Alcaraz dazzles Spanish teenager Carlos Alcaraz came into the limelight with a stunning third-round win over Stefanos Tsitsipas in five sets …

24-time Grand Slam champion Margaret Court takes a jibe at Serena Williams, says American great never admired her
2 years, 3 months ago

24-time Grand Slam champion Margaret Court takes a jibe at Serena Williams, says American great never admired her

India Today  

The 24-time Grand Slam singles champion Margaret Court has hit out at the American great Serena Williams, claiming that the 23-time majors winner didn't admire her like she did. The legendary Australian Court went onto add that Williams didn't mention her opponent Ajla Tomljanovic in her speech after losing in the third round of the 2022 US Open. The 80-year-old …

Serena’s gone, Open must go on: Kvitova, Pegula set rematch
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena’s gone, Open must go on: Kvitova, Pegula set rematch

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Much like for so many other folks, Serena Williams’ last match at the U.S. Open was must-see TV for players still in the tournament, so Jessica Pegula and Petra Kvitova tuned in from their hotel rooms the night before their victories led off Saturday’s schedule and set up a fourth-round showdown. But, I don’t know, like I …

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 …

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 stats: 23 majors, third-most No 1 reigns, win-loss records and more jaw-dropping numbers
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams stats: 23 majors, third-most No 1 reigns, win-loss records and more jaw-dropping numbers

Firstpost  

With her days as an active player likely coming to an end, we take a look at some statistics from Serena’s glorious run spanning more than two decades Serena Williams’ storied career possibly came to an end following a third-round loss to Australia’s Ajla Tomljanovic at the US Open. The American tennis legend, who remains one shy of Margaret Court’s …

Serena Williams loses to Tomljanovic in US Open farewell
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams loses to Tomljanovic in US Open farewell

Deccan Chronicle  

New York: Leave it to Serena Williams to not want to go quietly, to not want this match, this trip to the U.S. Open, this transcendent career of hers, to really, truly end. “It's been the most incredible ride and journey I've ever been on in my life,” Williams said, tears streaming down her cheeks shortly after one final shot …

Serena Williams loses to Tomljanovic in US Open farewell
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams loses to Tomljanovic in US Open farewell

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Leave it to Serena Williams to not want to go quietly, to not want this match, this trip to the U.S. Open, this transcendent career of hers, to really, truly end. “It’s been the most incredible ride and journey I’ve ever been on in my life,” Williams said, tears streaming down her cheeks shortly after one final …

Reaction to Serena Williams’ loss in her likely final match
2 years, 3 months ago

Reaction to Serena Williams’ loss in her likely final match

Associated Press  

Reaction to Serena Williams’ loss Friday night to Ajla Tomljanovic at the U.S. Open in what was expected to be the final match of her career: “serenawilliams you’re literally the greatest on and off the court. I’m proud of you, my friend—and I can’t wait to see the lives you continue to transform with your talents.” — Michelle Obama, via …

Serena Williams the ‘greatest of all time’, says her US Open third round conqueror Ajla Tomljanovic
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams the ‘greatest of all time’, says her US Open third round conqueror Ajla Tomljanovic

Firstpost  

The American 23-time Grand Slam title winner, and six-time champion in New York, lost her third round clash 7-5, 6-7, 6-1. New York: Ajla Tomljanovic sent Serena Williams into almost certain retirement on Friday when she knocked the tennis legend out of the US Open before hailing her as “the greatest of all time. Period.” The American 23-time Grand Slam …

Serena Williams: 23 Grand Slam singles titles and much more
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams: 23 Grand Slam singles titles and much more

Associated Press  

Serena Williams’ quarter-century professional tennis career came to end with a 7-5, 6-7, 6-1 loss to Ajla Tomljanovic in the third round of the U.S. Open on Friday night. 1 Williams claimed her first Grand Slam title at age 17 by beating Martina Hingis 6-3, 7-6 in the U.S. Open final on Sept. 11, 1999, becoming the first Black woman …

Serena Williams: 23 Grand Slam singles titles and much more
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams: 23 Grand Slam singles titles and much more

The Independent  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. GRAND SLAM 4 A third consecutive all-Williams major final produced a third …

Serena Williams: Top five career moments
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams: Top five career moments

The Hindu  

Serena Williams lost a three set thriller against Ajla Tomljanovic of Australia and was knocked out of the U.S. Open on Friday. Serena Williams of the USA in action against her sister Venus Williams of the USA during the Women’s Singles Final during the 2003 Australian Open. 2007 - COMEBACK WIN AT AUSTRALIAN OPEN Serena’s ability to come back from …

Serena Williams loses to Tomljanovic in U.S. Open farewell
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams loses to Tomljanovic in U.S. Open farewell

The Hindu  

Leave it to Serena Williams to not want to go quietly, to not want this match, this trip to the U.S. Open, this transcendent career of hers, to really, truly end. “It’s been the most incredible ride and journey I’ve ever been on in my life,” Williams said, tears streaming down her cheeks shortly after one final shot of hers …

Serena Williams bows out of U.S. Open after third round loss
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams bows out of U.S. Open after third round loss

The Hindu  

Serena Williams on Friday lost a three set thriller against Ajla Tomljanovic of Australia and was knocked out of the U.S. Open. The American 23-time Grand Slam title winner, and six-time champion in New York, lost her third round clash 7-5, 6-7, 6-1. From 4-all in the tiebreaker, meaning Williams was three points from defeat, she pounded a 117 mph …

Serena, Venus Williams lose in 1st round of US Open doubles
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena, Venus Williams lose in 1st round of US Open doubles

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Serena and Venus Williams traded fist bumps or palm slaps and chatted between points. “So I was really happy, excited, but kind of scared, to face them.” Arthur Ashe Stadium had never hosted a first-round doubles match — for women or men, during the night or day — until this one featuring two members of one family …

Facing Serena not easy for Open opponents who look up to her
2 years, 3 months ago

Facing Serena not easy for Open opponents who look up to her

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The next woman who must deal with the daunting task of playing Serena Williams at the U.S. Open, Ajla Tomljanovic, considers herself an admirer of the 23-time Grand Slam champion. “I’ve been a Serena fan,” Tomljanovic said, “since I was a kid.” Tomljanovic, an Australian who is 29, will face Williams, who turns 41 next month, for …

Serena, Venus Williams lose in 1st round of U.S. Open doubles
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena, Venus Williams lose in 1st round of U.S. Open doubles

The Hindu  

Serena and Venus Williams lost in the first round of doubles at the U.S. Open to the Czech pair of Lucie Hradecka and Linda Noskova 7-6, 6-4 in Arthur Ashe Stadium on Thursday night. Ashe had never hosted a first-round doubles match — for women or men, during the night or day — until this one featuring two American sisters …

Serena, Venus Williams lose in 1st round of US Open doubles
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena, Venus Williams lose in 1st round of US Open doubles

The Hindu  

Serena and Venus Williams lost in the first round of doubles at the U.S. Open to the Czech pair of Lucie Hradecka and Linda Noskova 7-6, 6-4 in Arthur Ashe Stadium on Thursday night. Ashe had never hosted a first-round doubles match — for women or men, during the night or day — until this one featuring two American sisters …

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 …

Facing Serena not easy for Open opponents who look up to her
2 years, 3 months ago

Facing Serena not easy for Open opponents who look up to her

The Hindu  

The next woman who must deal with the daunting task of playing Serena Williams at the U.S. Open, Ajla Tomljanovic, considers herself an admirer of the 23-time Grand Slam champion. “I’ve been a Serena fan,” Tomljanovic said, “since I was a kid.” Tomljanovic, an Australian who is 29, will face Williams, who turns 41 next month, for the first time …

Serena, Venus bring their Sister Act back on US Open Day 4
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena, Venus bring their Sister Act back on US Open Day 4

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — LOOKAHEAD TO THURSDAY Serena Williams is right back in Arthur Ashe Stadium for a night match, and this time she’ll have her big sister beside her. 2 seed Rafael Nadal against Fabio Fognini, who beat the four-time U.S. Open champion in New York in 2015 — the first time Nadal ever lost a match after winning the …

Serena Williams’ incomparable legacy is only growing in her U.S. Open farewell
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams’ incomparable legacy is only growing in her U.S. Open farewell

New York Times  

NEW YORK — In the fall of 1992, a television crew from the United Kingdom traveled to the Rick Macci Tennis Academy in Florida to interview a pair of young sisters for a program called Trans World Sport. “Well,” Serena began, a smile on her face and her hair in beads, “I’d like other people to be like me.” To …

Photos: Serena Williams going out in style at the US Open
2 years, 3 months ago

Photos: Serena Williams going out in style at the US Open

Al Jazeera  

After winning 23 Grand Slam titles, Serena Williams is engaged in what may be her final tournament at the US Open. Williams eliminated No 2 seed Anett Kontaveit in the US Open’s second round on Wednesday to ensure she will play at least one more singles match. One of the most accomplished athletes in the history of her sport, Williams …

US Open 2022: Serena Williams emerges victorious, defeats Anett Kontaveit in second round
2 years, 3 months ago

US Open 2022: Serena Williams emerges victorious, defeats Anett Kontaveit in second round

India TV News  

Highlights Serena Williams defeats world number 2 Anett Kontaveit Williams defeated of Danka Kovinic of Montenegro in the first round This is Serena's last international Tennis tournament US Open 2022, Day 3: Serena marches on and her victory parade continues. Before this event, Serena's form and fitness both were questioned, but the Tennis legend has answered all her critics in …

Venus Williams bows out of U.S. Open in first round
2 years, 3 months ago

Venus Williams bows out of U.S. Open in first round

The Hindu  

Venus Williams made a quiet exit from the U.S. Open singles on Tuesday after losing 6-1 7-6 to Belgian Alison Van Uytvanck in front of a half empty Arthur Ashe Stadium. The subdued scene was in stark contraast to what unfolded on Monday when a raucous star-studded crowd filled the world’s biggest tennis venue to cheer on her younger sibling …

Analysis: Can Serena Williams keep going at the US Open?
2 years, 3 months ago

Analysis: Can Serena Williams keep going at the US Open?

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Serena Williams now can say she has won a U.S. Open match in her teens, her 20s, her 30s and — with her daughter on hand — her 40s. That’s a tough feeling to have, and to leave knowing the more you do it, the more you can shine.” That’s somewhat of a scary prospect for Kontaveit …

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 Battles Down Danka Kovinic To Begin US Open With A Win
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams Battles Down Danka Kovinic To Begin US Open With A Win

News 18  

Serena Williams delayed her farewell to tennis on an electrifying opening night at the US Open on Monday as the sporting icon battled to victory in front of a star-studded crowd. ASIA CUP 2022: FULL COVERAGE | SCHEDULE | RESULTS A galaxy of celebrities ranging from Hollywood stars, fashion icons and former presidents were out in force at Flushing Meadows’ …

US Open 2022: Serena Williams, the last dance
2 years, 3 months ago

US Open 2022: Serena Williams, the last dance

India TV News  

Highlights Serena Williams has 23 Grand Slams to her name Serena Williams debuted in 1995 As speculations have it, this might be Serena's last international tournament US Open 2022: Serena Williams, turning all the odds in her favor registered her first win in the US Open. The 23-time Grand Slam winner looks pretty motivated and after her stellar show in …

The Sports Report: Serena Williams isn’t done yet
2 years, 3 months ago

The Sports Report: Serena Williams isn’t done yet

LA Times  

Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. 1927 — Helen Wills wins her fourth U.S. women’s tennis singles title, defeating 16-year-old Betty Nuthall of Britain, 6-1, 6-4. 1987 — Ben Johnson of Canada sets the world record in the 100 meters bettering Calvin Smith’s 4-year-old mark of 9.93 by 0.10 seconds in the World Track and Field Championships in Rome. 1991 …

Serena’s Farewell: Stories from the leadup to the US Open
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena’s Farewell: Stories from the leadup to the US Open

Associated Press  

The talk of tennis — and beyond — for most of the past three weeks has been about Serena Williams and her announcement that she is planning to stop playing professional tennis. That all leads up to the U.S. Open, the year’s last Grand Slam tournament, which began Monday, with Williams scheduled to play her first-round match in Arthur Ashe …

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’ …

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