‘Put God First’ – 42-Year-Old Venus Williams Discloses Priceless Advice on Longevity From Mother Oracene Price

The 7-time Grand Slam winner, Venus Williams, is hailed as one of the best players to have stepped on the tennis court in the Open Era. Throughout her career, Venus has had the support of her parents, as she, along with her sister, received training from Richard Williams and Oracene Price during their formative years.

Additionally, Price constantly pushed Venus on the tennis court by inspiring and advising her. The former Wimbledon champion recently revealed the best advice she has ever received from her former coach and mother.

Venus Williams opens up about her mother, Oracene Price’s invaluable advice

Apart from dominating on the tennis court, the 7-time Grand Slam champion has invested in her fashion project, “EleVen by Venus Williams.” The American star regularly posts fashion updates on her social media account dedicated to the brand. Venus recently conducted a Q&A with her fans, where she talked about her glorious tennis journey.

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Meanwhile, one of the fans asked the 7-time major winner about the best advice she ever received from her mother, Oracene Price. The American tennis star answered the question by stating that she received more than one piece of advice from her mother. Venus went on to say, “Put god first, Do things for yourself, So many..she’s a gem”

Price’s unwavering support helped her daughter in her stellar tennis journey as Venus won 7 Grand Slam titles while being active on the WTA tour for more than two decades.

Venus once spoke about her mother’s crucial role in her journey

Richard Williams has often received the limelight and recognition for coaching his tennis star daughters. However, the Williams sisters’ mother, Price, has been kept away from such spotlight and recognition. Many fans hail Richard as one of the greatest coaches for training both Venus and Serena Williams. However, Venus once revealed why her mother deserves equal respect and credit for their success.

During an interview, the former Wimbledon champion spoke about how if their father was the “body” of their careers, then their mother was “the spine”. Venus went on to say that people should never overlook the crucial role played by her mother in their stellar tennis career.

Did you know about Price’s role in the careers of both Venus and Serena Williams?

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