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Serena Williams’ Daughter’s Tennis Dreams Gets a Two-Word Message of Backing from the Tennis Legend’s Former Coach

Published 09/23/2023, 4:39 PM EDT

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The American tennis GOAT, Serena Williams, has been a motivation to many athletes all over the planet. However, when it comes to her own family, particularly her adorable daughter, Olympia, Williams has a different perspective. The American has consistently underscored the importance of letting her follow her passions and interests. The 23-time Grand Slam champion has no problems even if they differ from her legendary tennis career. Nonetheless, recent developments have shown that Olympia may have caught the tennis bug. Thus, Williams’ former coach, Rennae Stubbs, had a strong two-word message ready for the new beginnings.

Alexis Ohanian, Olympia’s doting father, shared a heartwarming picture via X. The adorable picture grabbed the attention of tennis lovers and fans all over the planet. The fan-loved tweet may be the start of a new exciting chapter.

Serena Williams’s young daughter earns playful backing from tennis icon’s former coach

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One of the key interests that Serena Williams has been open about nurturing in Olympia is her love for sports. The invigorated mother is seen in several golf matches or supporting her during soccer matches. She has forever been there to help her little girl’s athletic interests. Nonetheless, there was one game that Olympia hadn’t shown a lot of excitement for – tennis, despite her natural talent for it.

Ohanian’s recent tweet highlighted the six-year-old Olympia, racket close by, rehearsing her serve on a tennis court. It was a snapshot of euphoria for Alexis Ohanian, who couldn’t hold back his fervor.

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The Reddit co-founder captioned the photograph with a straightforward yet strong emoji – “😍.” This single heart-looked emoji said a lot about the pride and satisfaction he felt watching his daughter play on the tennis court.

Among the well-wishers who paid heed was Rennae Stubbs. The tennis veteran and coach has worked with Serena Williams before. Stubbs energetically tweeted, “I’m available.”

It was a light-hearted and cheerful way to express her willingness to assist in Olympia’s tennis journey. Ohanian, showing his lively side, answered Rennae Stubbs with a grinning emoticon and said, ” duly noted – I’ll mention to Coach Mom.

This exchange between Ohanian and Stubbs added a touch of fun to the moment. It also highlighted the tennis community’s excitement about the possibility of Olympia following in her mother’s footsteps.

Fans buzz as Ohanian shares an exciting update about the Olympia

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Williams had previously shared a series of images in which she and Olympia were dressed in matching outfits on a tennis court in athletic wear. Taking the sport to a new level, 6-year-old Olympia appears to be forging her path in the world of tennis. Although Williams herself is active on social media, fans have developed a deep affection for Papa Ohanian’s family-oriented posts and updates.

The American entrepreneur provides fans with engaging insights that make them feel like a part of the family. Whether it’s discussing his wife’s legacy, showcasing Olympia’s adorable moments, or simply sharing his playful side, Ohanian openly shares the delightful aspects of his life.

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This time, Ohanian’s update has sent fans into a frenzy of speculation about who might be the next Serena Williams. At just six years old, Olympia is already showing promise in refining her return angles. It’s no secret that Serena herself began her tennis training at a young age, guided by her father as her coach. The level of hype and encouragement that  Williams’ elder daughter, Olympia, is receiving is truly remarkable. Tennis fans are already hailing her as the “Little G.O.A.T.,” and expectations are soaring.

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Dr Aditya Raveendran Menon

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Aditya Menon is a Tennis Writer at EssentiallySports, covering several high-profile tournaments and events. With a passion for writing that matches his love for the sport, he has a special interest in covering the activities of tennis legends like Serena Williams and the ‘Big Three’ of men’s tennis. Aditya’s interest in tennis started at a young age when his father introduced him to the sport.
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Tony Thomas