Serena Williams Feels For Naomi Osaka But Says Media Scrutiny Made Her Stronger
3 years, 6 months ago

Serena Williams Feels For Naomi Osaka But Says Media Scrutiny Made Her Stronger

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LOADING ERROR LOADING Serena Williams says she can identify with anxiety regarding news conference scrutiny, and has experienced it frequently after matches. “But you know, it made me stronger.” Williams made her comments in a post-match news conference following her first-round victory Monday at the French Open. She spoke hours after four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka withdrew from the tournament, saying in a statement that she has dealt with long bouts of depression since winning a tumultuous final against Williams in the 2018 U.S. Open. “I’ve been in that position too, and I’ve definitely had opportunities to talk to people and just get things off my chest that I can’t necessarily talk about to anyone in my family or anyone I know.” There were moments of anxiety for Williams even in a first-round victory that will be quickly forgotten.

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Serena Williams returns to US Open, albeit as a fan
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Serena Williams returns to US Open, albeit as a fan

The Hindu  

Serena Williams set Flushing Meadows abuzz on Saturday as the 23-time major winner appeared at the US Open - as a fan - for the first time since stepping away from tennis two years ago. “But at the end of the day, I think she’s always been, you know, a happy and outgoing person.” Williams was seen chatting with world …

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 draws U.S. Open crowd; Nadal eyes No. 1; Osaka anxious
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena draws U.S. Open crowd; Nadal eyes No. 1; Osaka anxious

The Hindu  

Serena Williams rose from her sideline seat after a break during a training session inside Arthur Ashe Stadium, and as she walked to the baseline at the end of the court covered by shade on a steamy morning, a few voices from the stands called out in unison, "Serena, we love you!" About to hit some serves in preparation for …

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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Analysis: If this was it for Williams at Wimbledon, it works
2 years, 5 months ago

Analysis: If this was it for Williams at Wimbledon, it works

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — If this turns out to have been the last time the world gets to watch Serena Williams at Wimbledon — and she says she doesn’t know, so how could the rest of us? “It definitely makes me want to hit the practice courts because,” Williams said, “when you’re playing not bad and you’re so close. I feel …

Naomi Osaka Talks To Media Again After Winning Olympic Tennis Match
3 years, 4 months ago

Naomi Osaka Talks To Media Again After Winning Olympic Tennis Match

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Naomi Osaka first let her racket do the talking in a 6-1, 6-4 victory over Zheng Saisai at the Tokyo Olympics on Sunday. “More than anything else I’m just focused on playing tennis,” Osaka told reporters afterward on Sunday, per The Associated Press. I feel definitely a little bit refreshed and I’m happy again.” Osaka, representing Japan, …

Serena Williams Says She Won't Play At Tokyo Olympics
3 years, 5 months ago

Serena Williams Says She Won't Play At Tokyo Olympics

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WIMBLEDON, England — Serena Williams said she will not go to the Tokyo Olympics, but did not want to say why during her pre-Wimbledon video conference with reporters Sunday. “There’s a lot of reasons that I made my Olympic decision,” Williams said the day before the start of main-draw action at Wimbledon, where she will try to …

French Open 2021: Serena Williams 'feels for' Naomi Osaka, has also experienced 'very difficult' press conferences
3 years, 6 months ago

French Open 2021: Serena Williams 'feels for' Naomi Osaka, has also experienced 'very difficult' press conferences

Firstpost  

Williams, who famously lost to Osaka in the controversial 2018 US Open final, said she sympathises with Osaka. Serena Williams said she “feels for” Naomi Osaka and has also experienced “very difficult” press conferences in her career after her rival’s shock withdrawal from the French Open on Monday. But, you know, it made me stronger.” Williams, seeded seventh this year, …

Serena Williams wants to give Naomi Osaka a hug; others label her a ‘princess’
3 years, 6 months ago

Serena Williams wants to give Naomi Osaka a hug; others label her a ‘princess’

CNN  

CNN — Serena Williams says she’d like to give Naomi Osaka a hug after the world No.2 withdrew from the French Open on Monday. Take care of yourself and see you back winning soon!” During her post-match media conference 23-time grand slam champion Serena Williams said: “The only thing I feel is that I feel for Naomi. “Having told everyone …

Australian Open 2021: Serena Williams Trying Not To Overthink Things, Hopes to Meet 'Iron Man'
3 years, 10 months ago

Australian Open 2021: Serena Williams Trying Not To Overthink Things, Hopes to Meet 'Iron Man'

News 18  

Serena Williams said she played better when she was not thinking quite as much after reaching the third round of the Australian Open for the 19th time with a 6-3 6-0 victory over Nina Stojanovic on Wednesday. “I wasn’t thinking so much in the second set,” the 39-year-old said on court before expanding on the theme in her news conference. …

Australian Open 2021: 'Relaxed' Serena Williams cruises into the third round
3 years, 10 months ago

Australian Open 2021: 'Relaxed' Serena Williams cruises into the third round

Firstpost  

The 39-year-old maintained her unbeaten run since emerging from 14-day quarantine with a 6-3, 6-0 second-round drubbing of Nina Stojanovic in 69 minutes. Melbourne: Serena Williams said Wednesday she was feeling relaxed and striving to find the right balance to avoid dips in concentration as the 23-time Grand Slam champion continued her ominous form at the Australian Open. “So, it’s …

US Open: Osaka trusting her new mindset - Sports News - Sportstar
4 years, 3 months ago

US Open: Osaka trusting her new mindset - Sports News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Naomi Osaka said a new mindset had helped her to an unbeaten record since tennis resumed after the coronavirus shutdown and she is determined to take it with her into her third Grand Slam final on Saturday. The 22-year-old appeared unflustered throughout a high quality US Open semifinal against American Jenny Brady on Thursday and emerged a 7-6, 3-6, 6-3 …

Serena begins marathon with exhausting first step - Tennis News
4 years, 3 months ago

Serena begins marathon with exhausting first step - Tennis News

The Hindu  

Serena Williams shook off some COVID-19 layoff rust to grind out a 7-6, 3-6, 7-6 win over Dutch qualifier Arantxa Rus on Tuesday to move into the third round of the Western and Southern Open. RELATED| Japan's Naomi Osaka, competing in her first WTA singles match since the season resumed, battled past Karolina Muchova 6-7, 6-4, 6-2 to set up …

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