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‘Intimidating’ Serena Williams ‘Doesn’t Make Any Sense’ for Close Friend Andy Roddick as He Shares Hard-Hitting Venus Williams’ Fact in Netflix’s ‘Break Point’

Published 06/27/2023, 2:50 AM EDT

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Tennis ace and analyst, Andy Roddick, returned for Netflix Season 1’s finale of ‘Break Point.’ His keen insights into the formidable presence of Serena Williams on and off the court were one of the show’s notable points. In addition, Roddick threw light on the remarkable contributions of Venus Williams, Serena’s sister and tennis legend in her own right. Roddick’s revelations provide an enlightening glance into the lives and careers of two of the sport’s biggest names.

Episode eight of fan favorite ‘Break Point’ series, illustrates Serena Williams’ evolution in tennis. The ‘Fairytale in New York’ episode presented an alluring look into her remarkable career. Her memorable conquest starting from her formative junior days offered much to explore as the show progresses. Roddick’s overwhelming familiarity with her at those developing stages displayed his unique understanding of her journey.

Andy Roddick shares insights on the Williams’ Sisters

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Netflix’s ‘Break Point’ provides an intimate glimpse into the life of top tennis superstars. The stars strive to reach the heights of excellence, competing in major tournaments across the world. The show showcases the dreams and ambitions of the athletes as they take on the colossal challenge of ambition. While the veterans of the sport slowly move to the sidelines, a new era of competitors steps in to fill the void.

‘Break Point’ delves deep into the lives of the players, covering their struggles and victories. The episodes range on topics from life-threatening injuries and emotional breakdowns to soaring triumphs. In episode 8, Roddick hailed Serena as “potentially the most intimidating player in history”. His claim is backed up by her awe-inspiring ability to captivate the crowd’s attention. According to the ATP Tour, Roddick shared, “Serena puts on a show and has the crowd in the palm of her hand,..”

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Despite Venus Williams’s five Wimbledon titles, Roddick pointed out a concerning detail in his intriguing statement. Roddick points out that the star player remains overshadowed by her younger sister, Serena. Roddick emphasized, “Venus won five Wimbledons, and yet she’s the second-best player in her family. It doesn’t make any sense”.

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His powerful claim spoke volumes about Serena’s remarkable talent. His statement also accounted for the unique dynamic of sibling rivalry that has surrounded the Williams sisters for years.

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Former tennis veteran reveals untold childhood story of  the Williams sisters

Rick Macci coached the Williams sisters from 1991 to 1995. He shared an intriguing insight about the siblings in a recent tweet. Despite their close bond, there was no jealousy or fighting between them. However, their practice sessions against each other took on a different intensity.

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According to Macci, the practice matches between Serena and Venus resembled a brutal and competitive street fight, showcasing their fierce determination. The coach’s tweet emphasized the must-see nature of these sessions.

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Dr Aditya Raveendran Menon

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Aditya Menon is a Tennis Writer at EssentiallySports, covering several high-profile tournaments and events. With a passion for writing that matches his love for the sport, he has a special interest in covering the activities of tennis legends like Serena Williams and the ‘Big Three’ of men’s tennis. Aditya’s interest in tennis started at a young age when his father introduced him to the sport.
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Bhavani Singh