Tiger Woods, Simone Biles and LeBron James react as Serena Williams bids farewell to tennis
2 years, 4 months ago

Tiger Woods, Simone Biles and LeBron James react as Serena Williams bids farewell to tennis

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 privacy policy Tiger Woods called Serena Williams “literally the greatest” after she bowed out of professional tennis with a third-round defeat at the US Open. !” American gymnast Simone Biles, a four-time Olympic gold medallist and 19-time world champion, hailed Williams’ impact beyond the tennis court. Among others to pay tribute to Williams following Friday’s loss was four-time NBA champion LeBron James, who described her as “unbelievable”. GOAT!” Among the many others paying tribute from within the tennis world was former US Open champion Andy Roddick, who tweeted: “I love you @serenawilliams.

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Serena returns to US Open — as a fan
4 months, 1 week 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
4 months, 1 week 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 dragged into Trump trial as ex-aide reveals he ‘frequently spoke to’ tennis star
8 months ago

Serena Williams dragged into Trump trial as ex-aide reveals he ‘frequently spoke to’ tennis star

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 …

Coco Gauff ready to continue Serena Williams’ legacy at U.S. Open
1 year, 4 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 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 …

Roger Federer receives a lengthy standing ovation at Wimbledon from fans. And from Princess Kate
1 year, 6 months ago

Roger Federer receives a lengthy standing ovation at Wimbledon from fans. And from Princess Kate

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — Roger Federer received a standing ovation of 1 1/2 minutes from spectators including Princess Kate as he entered the Royal Box at Centre Court on Tuesday, when he was celebrated during a brief ceremony for his career and his men’s-record eight singles championships at Wimbledon. Wearing a cream-colored suit with his purple All England Club member’s pin …

Roger Federer to be celebrated at Wimbledon, pregnant Serena Williams not to attend
1 year, 6 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, 6 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 …

Serena Williams says she has not retired from tennis
2 years, 2 months 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 am not retired: Serena Williams says chances of a return are very high
2 years, 2 months ago

I am not retired: Serena Williams says chances of a return are very high

India Today  

The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion Serena Williams stated that she has "not retired" from tennis and that the chances of a return are "very high". Williams had indicated that she would evolve away from the sport following the 2022 US Open, where she crashed out in the third round. "I am not retired," Williams said at a conference in …

Serena Williams Welcomes Roger Federer To A Club Without Tennis
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams Welcomes Roger Federer To A Club Without Tennis

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Serena Williams welcomed fellow tennis legend Roger Federer to the “retirement club” on Thursday after the Swiss star announced he was calling it quits. Williams, whose recent U.S. Open run to the third round was likely her last tournament, congratulated the 20-time Grand Slam champ for a career “perfectly done.” “I have always looked up to you …

‘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 …

The astounding legacy of the Williams sisters | In Focus podcast
2 years, 4 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 …

24-time Grand Slam champion Margaret Court takes a jibe at Serena Williams, says American great never admired her
2 years, 4 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 …

Margaret Court on Serena Williams: Don’t think she has ever admired me
2 years, 4 months ago

Margaret Court on Serena Williams: Don’t think she has ever admired me

The Hindu  

Australian Margaret Court believes she does not get as much credit as she deserves for her 24 Grand Slam singles titles from anyone in the tennis world these days, least of all Serena Williams. But I don’t think she has ever admired me.”Twenty-four time Grand Slam winner Margaret Court of AustraliaDaily Telegraph “I came back after two babies,” she said. …

Serena Williams loses final ever tennis match to bring probable end to glittering career
2 years, 4 months ago

Serena Williams loses final ever tennis match to bring probable end to glittering career

The Independent  

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Serena’s retirement after U.S. Open heralds sunset of tennis’ golden era
2 years, 4 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: From glass-strewn Compton courts to all-time tennis great
2 years, 4 months ago

Serena Williams: From glass-strewn Compton courts to all-time tennis great

The Independent  

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Analysis: Let Serena define her legacy as she leaves tennis
2 years, 4 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, 4 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, 4 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, 4 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 dubbed ‘one of the greatest of all time’ after final match
2 years, 4 months ago

Serena Williams dubbed ‘one of the greatest of all time’ after final match

The Independent  

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Serena Williams loses to Tomljanovic in US Open farewell
2 years, 4 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, 4 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, 4 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, 4 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, 4 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 falls at US Open: 'Thank you for inspiring us', 'GOAT', 'Unique' and more reactions
2 years, 4 months ago

Serena Williams falls at US Open: 'Thank you for inspiring us', 'GOAT', 'Unique' and more reactions

Firstpost  

As Serena Williams played potentially her last match in a storied career, her peers and others from sport hailed her achievements and influence. A legend 🏆 Wishing you another fun ride girl @serenawilliams 🥳 pic.twitter.com/0DXiunaNik — Aleksandra Wozniak September 3, 2022 Serena ❤️ — Lisa Raymond September 3, 2022 Her incredible career made its mark on tennis history. @serenawilliams pic.twitter.com/SQ2KqRLsxx …

Serena Williams loses to Tomljanovic in U.S. Open farewell
2 years, 4 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’ US Open run inspiring people of all ages
2 years, 4 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, 4 months ago

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

The Independent  

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End of era as Serena Williams loses last match at U.S. Open
2 years, 4 months ago

End of era as Serena Williams loses last match at U.S. Open

LA Times  

Serena Williams acknowledges the crowd Friday night after losing 7-5, 6-7, 6-1 to Ajla Tomljanovic in the third round of the U.S. Open. Serena Williams’ trailblazing tennis career ended with one last blast of fire on a cool summer night at the U.S. Open, the scene of her first major triumph in 1999. “I’m really feeling sorry because I love …

Serena Williams – analysing the barely believable data that explains her genius
2 years, 4 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 …

Tiger Woods shows up to support Serena Williams at US Open
2 years, 4 months ago

Tiger Woods shows up to support Serena Williams at US Open

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Serena Williams turned to Tiger Woods for his input before she made her recent comeback from a year-long injury absence. “One of the main reasons I’m still playing.” Woods was in Williams’ guest box at sold-out Arthur Ashe Stadium, two seats over from her sister, Venus. “He’s Tiger,” she wrote, “and he was adamant that I be …

Serena Williams’ incomparable legacy is only growing in her U.S. Open farewell
2 years, 4 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, 4 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 …

Serena Williams is a tennis great, and so much greater than that
2 years, 4 months ago

Serena Williams is a tennis great, and so much greater than that

NPR  

Serena Williams is a tennis great, and so much greater than that Enlarge this image toggle caption William West/AFP/Getty Images William West/AFP/Getty Images Most people are not fortunate enough to realize the impact their life has made on others because, well, the majority of the accolades often come at memorials. Enlarge this image toggle caption Kevin Levine/Getty Images Kevin Levine/Getty …

Analysis: Can Serena Williams keep going at the US Open?
2 years, 4 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 …

US Open: Serena Williams puts off retirement talk after Danka Kovinic win
2 years, 4 months ago

US Open: Serena Williams puts off retirement talk after Danka Kovinic win

The Independent  

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Serena Williams not done yet; wins 1st match at US Open
2 years, 4 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 …

U.S. Open 2022 | Love and affection as curtain goes up on Serena’s farewell party
2 years, 4 months ago

U.S. Open 2022 | Love and affection as curtain goes up on Serena’s farewell party

The Hindu  

Serena Williams walked onto Arthur Ashe Stadium with her diamond-encrusted dress glittering under the New York sky, over 23,000 people screaming their approval. “We love you Serena,” fans screamed as the 23-time Grand Slam title winner appeared for what could have been the final singles match of her career. “THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME” screamed the courtside videos followed by …

The Sports Report: Serena Williams isn’t done yet
2 years, 4 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, 4 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, 4 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, 4 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, …

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