The New York Times – Sports:
Pickleball had no problem attracting millions of amateur players. Now, as the sport looks to grow at the professional level, it must convince spectators that the game is as fun to watch as it is to play.
Category: Williams, Serena
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Top Sports Highlights of 2022
The New York Times – Sports:
From behind-the-back improvisation on a tennis court to dazzling performances at the Olympics, the year offered plenty of highlights — and some lowlights, too.
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Tennis Said Goodbye to Roger Federer and Hello to Carlos Alcaraz
The New York Times – Sports:
The game went through a lot of changes and drama this year, including an emotional farewell to Serena Williams at the U.S. Open.
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Are We Missing Out When Athletes Retire on Top?
The New York Times – Sports:
To witness the humbling of champions — and to see them endure it with dignity and grit — might be one of the great things sports has to teach us.
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Pink and Polarizing: The New Tennis Shirt
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Frances Tiafoe and others at the U.S. Open wore a Nike outfit that spurred a colorful conversation online.
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The Void Serena Williams Left in Tennis Doesn’t Need to Be Filled
The New York Times – Sports:
Tennis has long thrived on singular stars, no one bigger than Serena Williams. But perhaps women’s tennis doesn’t need one big name to be interesting.
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Serena Williams at the U.S. Open in Pictures Since 1998
The New York Times – Sports:
Images of Serena Williams at the U.S. Open from the past 25 years.