“Don’t Think I Am in the Position to Give Advice” – Serena Williams Congratulates Max Verstappen on Winning the Monaco Grand Prix

Published 05/23/2021, 12:21 PM EDT

Former world number one and 23-time grand slam champion Serena Williams, who struggled to perform on the red dirt this year, is hoping to create a solid impact at the French Open that starts next week.

The legendary American player attended the Monaco Grand Prix earlier today with her husband Alexis Ohanian. Serena also got a chance to wave the chequered flag, indicating the end of race. Max Verstappen won the grand prix.

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Serena Williams attended the Monaco Grand Prix earlier today

After the race, Serena was interviewed along with Verstappen. The American expressed her excitement in attending the event and congratulated all the racers.

“It’s such an amazing grand prix and it’s such a fantastic honor to be here as a fan and see such incredible athletes,” sai Serena.

Look… you don’t have a 23 time major win be in attendance and you don’t let her say something. Serena Williams congratulating Max Verstappen for winning the #MonacoGP pic.twitter.com/v69gRuB7zK
— #RIPSindi ❤️ (@TshepoL_) May 23, 2021

The American also mentioned her preparations for the upcoming French Open. Despite a couple of tough losses, Serena remained optimistic about her chances in Paris.

“We’re all training really, really hard. It’s always good to see amazing athletes and congratulations to (Max), so it’s always good to see and just be inspired really”, Serena explained.

Don’t think I am in the position to give advice in this arena: Serena

Also, the veteran tennis player remained extremely humble when asked if she would like to give any advice to Max Verstappen.

“I don’t think I am in the position to give advice right now in this arena. But, um, just good job to all the racers. I think everyone did really well”, concluded the American.

Serena Williams looks to win her 24th grand slam title at Roland Garros. With the ever-rising competition on the WTA tour, the American’s chances of winning another major title are getting harder and harder.

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But, the experience of Serena to steer through difficult moments is what made her legendary. If the American can survive the initial round challenges, she can go deep in the tournament.

Last year in Paris, Serena withdrew from her second-round contest against Tsvetana Pironkova due to Achilles tendon injury.

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“Don’t Think I Am in the Position to Give Advice” – Serena Williams Congratulates Max Verstappen on Winning the Monaco Grand Prix

Serena Williams attended the Monaco Grand Prix earlier today

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Don’t think I am in the position to give advice in this arena: Serena