Serena Williams is one of the most legendary players in tennis. She has touched several lives by fighting all the odds and rising from the bare minimum. Williams taught many that having the will to chase one’s dreams is important and rest will fall into place.

Even Though the 23-time Grand Slam champion came from a tough neighborhood, she not only managed to survive the sport but dominated it like no other. According to the veteran John McEnroe, that is what’s going to stick around and inspire young blood.

McEnroe about Serena Williams’ contribution

The seven-time Grand Slam champion while addressing the press spoke about the benchmark Serena Williams has set and how she broke the norms. He advocated that coming from a well-off family and having every little thing being taken care of isn’t important. McEnroe, in consideration of Williams’ career, said, “I’m praying that this opens the door for all people that a lot of whom can’t afford it. It’s the one percent.”

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“Now all of a sudden people want psychologists, and they need cooks and they need this and other things. It’s gotten too pricey. So I’m hoping that what Serena will represent that dreams can come true.” He explained.

Thereafter, he added, “This story is incredible. We will allow and hope more kids will be able to afford to play this great game and in 20 years we’ll see a lot more inclusivity.” The former World No.1 played the last match of her career in the home Grand Slam.

She stepped on the hard courts of the US Open to end her career in Pete Sampras style. Though owing to the lost grip because of a long injury-ridden break, she failed to enter the second week of the tournament.

However, the legend keeping true to her status took down one of the potential contenders. Williams got the better of World No.2 at the second seed of the event. She, at the expense of the second set, advanced to the round of 32.

What’s ahead for Williams?

The former World No.1 is about to start the second set of her life. After dedicating over 25 years to professional tennis, she will now divert her energy toward other things.

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From embracing motherhood properly to furthering her reach in business, Williams has a whole new life ahead. She is the mother of a four-year-old girl and runs a multi-million clothing brand and investment firm. Therefore, one can say that apart from Olympia, S by Serena and Serena Ventures, will also receive a huge chunk of Williams’ attention.