The New York Times – Sports:
Since the Williams sisters first burst into tennis in the 1990s, their legacy has been tied to one another. They will play doubles in perhaps the final tournament of their careers.
Category: Williams, Venus
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For Venus and Serena Williams at the U.S. Open, Day and Night Experiences
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Unlike her sister, Venus was not prepared to deal with questions about her tennis future after a loss in the first round of the singles tournament. “I’m just focused on the doubles,” she said.
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On a Busy First Day at the U.S. Open, All Eyes Are on Serena Williams
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There are 63 other matches on opening day, but they have been relegated to the background as Williams prepares to play what could be her final singles match.
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In Comebacks, Serena Williams Showed ‘You Can Never Underestimate Her’
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Big moments on the biggest stages cemented Williams’s reputation as the queen of comebacks.
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Serena Williams’s Legacy On the Court All About Power and Intimidation
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Serena Williams’s legacy is evident in the aggressive, intimidating style that has become the norm on the women’s tennis tour.
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Serena Williams Always Made a Strong First Impression
The New York Times – Sports:
Long before Williams won 23 Grand Slam singles titles, she was turning heads. Countless memories fade, but not, it seems, when Williams was involved.
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Serena and Venus Williams, Before They Were Champions
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A wowed Arthur Ashe invited a reporter to watch the Williams sisters. “Wait until you see them play,” he said. They were 10 and 11.
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For Serena Williams, Another Warmup Before the Grand Finale
The New York Times – Sports:
After a postponement because of physical problems, Williams is scheduled to play Emma Raducanu on Tuesday. Her prime target is the U.S. Open, and she will not want to take undue risks.
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At the U.S. Open, Serena Williams Was a ‘Game Changer’
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Williams, along with her sister Venus, transformed the tournament grounds in Queens into a more inclusive environment.