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 Twitter. So much love.” — Alexis Ohanian, Williams’ husband, via Twitter. Serena has meant so much to sports, the game of tennis, the world, every little girl, and even more to every little Black girl across the globe.” — Basketball Hall of Famer Magic Johnson, via Twitter. The impact you’ve had on me goes beyond any words that can be put together and for that I say thank you, thank you, thank you, GOAT!” — Coco Gauff, via Twitter.

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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 …

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

Serena returns to US Open — as a fan

China Daily  

Former tennis player Serena Williams was in the stands during the third-round match between Australia's Christopher O'Connell and Italy's Jannik Sinner on Saturday. REUTERS 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. The …

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 …

Serena Williams visits the US Open for the first time since playing her last match there in 2022
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Serena Williams visits the US Open for the first time since playing her last match there in 2022

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Welcome back to the U.S. Open, Serena Williams. Williams, a 23-time Grand Slam singles champion, returned to Flushing Meadows on Saturday — but she was watching tennis, not playing it. She made it to the third round then before losing to Ajla Tomljanovic in her last match, although Williams was careful not to say she was retiring, …

Zendaya reveals Serena Williams' reaction to her Challengers role: 'Considering I never touched a tennis ball before...'
8 months ago

Zendaya reveals Serena Williams' reaction to her Challengers role: 'Considering I never touched a tennis ball before...'

Hindustan Times  

Zendaya portrays a former Tennis prodigy in her upcoming sports-based film, Challengers. Zendaya, in an interview with Entertainment Tonight, shared Serena Williams' reaction on watching her essay the role of a tennis player. Zendaya recently revealed how Serena Williams' reacted to her Tennis skills in challengers. Zendaya on Serena Williams' review of Challengers Recalling her interaction with Serena Williams, Zendaya …

On This Day in 2018 – New mother Serena Williams withdraws from Australian Open
11 months, 2 weeks ago

On This Day in 2018 – New mother Serena Williams withdraws from Australian Open

The Independent  

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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 suffers her most lopsided US Open loss: 6-1, 6-1 in first round
1 year, 3 months ago

Venus Williams suffers her most lopsided US Open loss: 6-1, 6-1 in first round

Hindustan Times  

There was a Williams sister out there in Arthur Ashe Stadium on Tuesday night, much to the delight of spectators who offered a standing ovation at the end of the match. Venus Williams, of the United States, reacts during the US Open match against Greet Minnen of Belgium Her younger sister's playing days are done after one last hurrah at …

US Open 2023: Venus Williams suffers lopsided loss of 6-1, 6-1 in the first round
1 year, 3 months ago

US Open 2023: Venus Williams suffers lopsided loss of 6-1, 6-1 in the first round

The Hindu  

There was a Williams sister out there in Arthur Ashe Stadium on Tuesday night, much to the delight of spectators who offered a standing ovation at the end of the match. Williams was eliminated 6-1, 6-1 by Belgian qualifier Greet Minnen in the first round of the U.S. Open, her most lopsided loss in 100 career matches at the Grand …

Venus Williams suffers her most lopsided US Open loss: 6-1, 6-1 in the first round
1 year, 3 months ago

Venus Williams suffers her most lopsided US Open loss: 6-1, 6-1 in the first round

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — There was a Williams sister out there in Arthur Ashe Stadium on Tuesday night, much to the delight of spectators who offered a standing ovation at the end of the match. Williams was eliminated 6-1, 6-1 by Belgian qualifier Greet Minnen in the first round of the U.S. Open, her most lopsided loss in 100 career matches …

Coco Gauff ready to continue Serena Williams’ legacy at U.S. Open
1 year, 3 months ago

Coco Gauff ready to continue Serena Williams’ legacy at U.S. Open

The Hindu  

One year after Serena Williams bade an emotional farewell to tennis in front of an adoring crowd at Flushing Meadows, Coco Gauff is dreaming of continuing the 23-time Grand Slam champion’s legacy when the US Open gets underway next week. US Open 2023 women’s draw: Swiatek vs Gauff, Sabalenka vs Jabeur amongst projected quarterfinals That win in Cincinnati also included …

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 …

Wimbledon 2023: The last player Serena Williams beat, Anett Kontaveit, retires at 27 after loss
1 year, 5 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: The last player Serena Williams beat, Anett Kontaveit, retires at 27 after loss

The Hindu  

The last player Serena Williams beat before retiring last year has now called it quits on her own career after a second-round loss at Wimbledon on Thursday. Anett Kontaveit, a 27-year-old Estonian who has been struggling with a chronic back issue, lost to 32nd-seeded Marie Bouzkova of the Czech Republic 6-1, 6-2 at the All England Club. But she lost …

Wimbledon 2023: Venus Williams return was bigger than any result or knee injury
1 year, 5 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Venus Williams return was bigger than any result or knee injury

The Independent  

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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, …

Venus Williams beaten by Elina Svitolina on Wimbledon return
1 year, 5 months ago

Venus Williams beaten by Elina Svitolina on Wimbledon return

The Independent  

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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 …

Roger Federer will be celebrated at Wimbledon. A pregnant Serena Williams declined an invitation
1 year, 5 months ago

Roger Federer will be celebrated at Wimbledon. A pregnant Serena Williams declined an invitation

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — Roger Federer will be back on Centre Court at Wimbledon on Tuesday. Federer, who announced his retirement last year, won eight of his 20 Grand Slam singles championships at the All England Club, the most ever by a man — a mark that Novak Djokovic will try to equal this year. “Pleased to say that Roger will …

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 …

Venus Williams goes down fighting in second-round defeat in Birmingham
1 year, 6 months ago

Venus Williams goes down fighting in second-round defeat in Birmingham

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Serena Williams announces pregnancy at Met Gala 2023
1 year, 7 months ago

Serena Williams announces pregnancy at Met Gala 2023

The Hindu  

Serena Williams and her husband Alexis Ohanian are expecting their second child, the couple confirmed ahead of this year’s Met Gala in New York on Tuesday. Serena posted pictures on her Instagram account, with a baby bump and her caption read “3 of us” speaking of herself, her husband Alexis Ohanian and her unborn child. Met Gala is an annual …

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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Tennis in 2022: End of Federer-Serena era and the rise of a dynamic wunderkind
1 year, 11 months ago

Tennis in 2022: End of Federer-Serena era and the rise of a dynamic wunderkind

The Hindu  

Two ageless champions continued their reign, while two tennis giants retired after long and brilliant careers. As the Eurosport TV commentator said, “We’ve just seen one of the great pieces of sportsmanship.” BEST U.S. OPEN FINAL NET STATS — The precocious 19-year-old Carlos Alcaraz won 34 of 45 points at the net, including 15 of 21 on serve and volley, …

AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2023: Tennis sans Serena starts in earnest
1 year, 11 months ago

AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2023: Tennis sans Serena starts in earnest

Associated Press  

Tennis will move on from Serena Williams. And as the 2023 Australian Open gets started Monday, the first Grand Slam tournament to be held since she walked away with a farewell at the U.S. Open in September, shortly before her 41st birthday — the owner of 23 major singles championships said she preferred the term “evolving” to “retiring” — tennis …

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 …

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, …

‘I said no disrespect…’: Maria Sharapova reacts to Serena Williams’ US Open exit, reveals conversation from last year
2 years, 3 months ago

‘I said no disrespect…’: Maria Sharapova reacts to Serena Williams’ US Open exit, reveals conversation from last year

Hindustan Times  

Since her impending retirement announcement, Serena Williams lost in the second round at the Canadian Open, followed by a first-round exit at the Cincinnati Open and she crashed out of the third round at the US Open 2022. Serena Williams gestures to the crowd after her US Open exit. 1 revealed that she urged Serena to make a comeback last …

Swiatek met Serena; Jabeur met Roddick; US Open final next
2 years, 3 months ago

Swiatek met Serena; Jabeur met Roddick; US Open final next

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Iga Swiatek finally got to meet Serena Williams at this U.S. Open. Iga did inspire us with her winning streak, and we are going to continue fighting.” The two finalists, whose head-to-head series is tied 2-all, are first and second on the tour in match wins this season: Swiatek is 54-7, Jabeur is 44-13. “Iga never loses …

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 …

As Serena leaves, Nadal loses, Federer absent, is era over?
2 years, 3 months ago

As Serena leaves, Nadal loses, Federer absent, is era over?

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Serena Williams, you might have heard, played what’s expected to be her last match at the U.S. Open. It’s logical.” Folks have been wondering — and, perhaps, worrying — about when someone new would emerge to take on the mantle in both women’s tennis and men’s tennis. “It’s cool,” Tiafoe said, “to see a new era.” And …

Frances Tiafoe: From humble beginnings to beating Nadal at US Open
2 years, 3 months ago

Frances Tiafoe: From humble beginnings to beating Nadal at US Open

The Hindu  

As tennis stories go, the probable end of Serena Williams’ unbelievable career at the US Open last week left everything else as something of a sideshow. On Monday evening, however, Frances Tiafoe continued another unlikely tale of success against the odds with a magical display to knock out Rafael Nadal on the same Arthur Ashe Stadium court where Serena waved …

Serena Williams gets well-earned rest following US Open exit, possible retirement
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams gets well-earned rest following US Open exit, possible retirement

Firstpost  

Serena’s career seemingly came to an end when she lost last week in her final US Open. New York: Serena Williams has reached her break point — she caught up on her rest following her last match at the US Open. This was mine.” Read | Serena Williams exits US Open in a manner fitting to her career - a …

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 …

Serena Williams’ last opponent, Ajla Tomljanovic, is a fan
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams’ last opponent, Ajla Tomljanovic, is a fan

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Ajla Tomljanovic wanted to beat Serena Williams, of course. Still, it was not easy for her to watch as tears rolled down Williams’ cheeks after Tomljanovic won 7-5, 6-7, 6-1 in Arthur Ashe Stadium on Friday night. I mean, I wanted to win as much as the next person, because I didn’t look at her like, ‘Oh, …

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, …

Michelle Obama Leads Tribute to Pioneer Serena Williams After US Open Exit
2 years, 3 months ago

Michelle Obama Leads Tribute to Pioneer Serena Williams After US Open Exit

News 18  

Serena Williams, one of the greatest players to ever grace the tennis courts around the world was knocked out in the third round of the US Open in what could likely prove to be the great’s last game. #serena #USOpen https://t.co/0wDFfRN3Dq — Billie Jean King September 3, 2022 Gold great Tiger Woods posted a tweet that read, “@serenawilliams you’re literally …

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 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 in quotes: 'Are you looking at my titles?', 'Venus is the only reason Serena ever existed'
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams in quotes: 'Are you looking at my titles?', 'Venus is the only reason Serena ever existed'

Firstpost  

Serena Williams played potentially the last match of her title-laden career in the third round of the US Open. She’s the only reason Serena Williams ever existed.” — On court on Friday after being knocked out of the US Open. I am a full woman and I’m strong, and I’m powerful, and I’m beautiful at the same time.” — Hitting …

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 …

Watch: Serena Williams thanks parents, praises sister Venus in farewell speech at US Open
2 years, 3 months ago

Watch: Serena Williams thanks parents, praises sister Venus in farewell speech at US Open

Firstpost  

A tearful Serena Williams thanked her parents Richard and Oracene, family, sister Venus Williams and the fans after third round defeat at US Open. New York: Serena Williams tearfully thanked her parents after a loss in what’s expected to be her final match. “She’s the only reason Serena Williams ever existed.” Williams had said before the tournament she was preparing …

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 …

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