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Tennis evolved to become a sport that put a relatively stronger emphasis on female representation. It has given athletes the freedom to aim for the zenith. Moreover, recently, Alexis Ohanian, Serena Williams’ husband, discussed the significance of women in the tennis arena, emphasizing the blunt reality of the sport.

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WTA legends like Martina Navratilova, Chris Evert, and Billie Jean King, followed by the Williams sisters, have fought for their rights on the tennis court. To have equal attention, equal paychecks, and equal opportunities to display their talent.

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Serena Williams’ husband emphasizes women’s role in growing tennis 

The Reddit co-founder took to his Instagram account to share a segment of his recent entrepreneur interview. In that video, the American entrepreneur, 39, underscores how incomplete tennis would be without the participation of women. He highlighted the best part by addressing that, “I am married to the GOAT.” Focusing on the fact that women have a clear opportunity to express their passionate opinions about the sport.

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He said, “Like even when there isn’t a Williams sisters in the US Open people were paying more attention to the finals, the US Open, to the women than the men. You know tennis is, it is a sport known for greatness because of women. It is a sport in America that we love and celebrate.” 

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Moreover, the Reddit co-founder, who has been the primary cheerleader for his American tennis legend wife, once schooled toxic male personalities.

When Williams’ husband talked about supporting women 

The 39-year-old American businessperson offered his thoughts on the need to encourage everyone equally, regardless of gender, back in 2018. In addition, he discussed how the most crucial aspect of a relationship is making your partner feel supported and motivated.

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Additionally, he outlined how toxic male personalities worry about their partners’ achievements and feel intimidated by them in heterosexual relationships. Notably, he also claimed that he was somewhat surprised by this, and added that a partner should show empathy and push their talent to greater heights.

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Pratishtha Prakash, senior tennis writer and resident analyst at EssentiallySports isn't just a sports journalist; she's a storyteller who found her true calling in tennis content. It is something she seamlessly integrates into both her professional and personal realms. At ES, she has curated more than 2400 articles, and each write-up reflects that fans are here to stay! Having professional certifications in content and digital marketing, Pratishtha has made it a habit to hone her skills as a quality journalist. Her sweet spot lies in articles exploring fan reactions and off-court tales. As an analyst, she elevates her storytelling with technical finesse. Beyond the pixels, Pratishtha trades her keyboard for the dance floor and loves to explore new places during her time off from work.

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