As the calendar turns to February, Black History Month starts which celebrates the immense heritage of African American history. In this month-long tribute, individuals from various fields take the opportunity to honor the contributions and legacies of Black leaders who have left an indelible mark on history. Amidst this ongoing honor, tennis sensation Sloane Stephens took the chance to express her deep admiration and affection for her grandparents.

While talking about the impact that they had on her, she shared a picture of them on her social media account as she came up with a special message for them.

Sloane Stephens shares love for grandparents on Black History Month’s start

Sloane Stephens, on the account of Black History Month, opened up on Instagram about her amazing grandparents, Doc and Glo. In the post, she posted a picture of them together and suggested that she would have been nothing had it not been for them. Not only this, she further suggested that she would like to carry forward their legacy and make sure to leave an ever-lasting impact on the sport.

“On this first day of Black History Month, I wanted to share more about my incredible grandparents, Doc and Glo. I am who I am because of them and I strive to carry on their legacy,” said Sloane Stephens while posting the picture on Instagram.

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Sloane’s heartfelt promise to continue their impact is a touching tribute to her special grandparents, showing how they shaped who she is. This commitment during Black History Month is Sloane’s way of honoring her grandparents while suggesting the influence that they had on her. In her simple message, Stephens joins the celebration of Black history with a heartfelt vow to carry forward the legacy of those who came before.

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While her post reached her fans, they showered her with all the love and affection. So much so, that they sent Stephens the photos and videos of their grandparents. Seeing this, the American star was filled with joy and took to her Instagram stories to react to this.

“After my post yesterday, so many family friends sent photos and videos of my grandparents that they had. So sweet. So beautiful to see the impact that they had in so many lives in their community,” wrote Sloane Stephens while talking about the legacy that their grandparents left behind.

Thus Sloane Stephens came ahead and talked about the legacy that their grandparents have left behind. While she looks to carry forward their name, she will be hoping to take it to the next level.

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