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In the realm of sports, wins and losses remain closely connected, and steadfast fans help keep the soul alive. The recent US women’s soccer team’s match against Sweden could have finished in heartbreak. However, it ignited a red-hot conversation about the game’s ubiquity and viewership records. Alexis Ohanian, the husband of tennis legend Serena Williams, took to Twitter to flaunt the surprising viewership numbers. Ohanian, the vocal advocate of women’s sports, highlighted the evident charm of American women’s soccer.

The match between the US women’s team and Sweden left soccer lovers as eager and anxious as can be, notwithstanding the misfortunate ending. Ohanian tweeted about the remarkable viewership numbers, which were close to 4,000,000. The number underscores the undeniable allure of American women’s soccer. Thus, the Reddit co-founder found himself wondering about the wide commitment shown by fans across the US getting up early to help their favorite team.

Serena Williams’ husband Alexis Ohanian tweets about massive viewership record and validates popularity

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A resident of West Palm Beach, Florida, the American entrepreneur awakened to observe a bewildering scene. A large number of viewers across the country woke up early to support the US women’s soccer team duel against Sweden. Ohanian was quick to tweet about the remarkable achievement. His fervor and pride were unmistakable as he took to Twitter to showcase his awe to his devotees.

The match against Sweden might have finished with a loss however, it managed to break viewership records. It managed to cross more than 4,000,000 viewers in a single match.

Alexis Ohanian tweeted, “Hot damn there were a lot of us in WPB waking up early for the @USWNT! How good is that Per Capita???”

The American entrepreneur’s tweet resounded with millions who celebrated and admired the accomplishments of female players both on and off the field.

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The accomplishment turned out to be much more extraordinary because top urban communities like Washington, DC, Austin, Baltimore, and Detroit unequivocally supported the US women’s soccer team the most. Alexis Ohanian’s old neighborhood, West Palm Oceanside, was on that list as well.

His relentless support for women’s soccer and his better half’s tennis achievements have made him a renowned figure in the world of women’s sports. Recently, he replicated a move made by soccer legend David Beckham a long time back, furthering his stance as an important figure in empowering women’s sports.

Mirroring David Beckham’s lead, Ohanian empowers women in sports

The American entrepreneur breaks barriers in sports despite not being an athlete. He’s a leading advocate for women’s sports and a staunch supporter of his wife’s tennis success. Now, three years after investing in a Los Angeles soccer team, he is following David Beckham’s example. Ohanian’s remarkable $100,000,000 investment in Angel City FC in 2020 reflects his fervent support. The team is now gearing up for a pivotal clash against Sweden at the FIFA Women’s World Cup.

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Taking another page from Beckham’s playbook, Ohanian also revealed his pre-game relaxation routine on Instagram. A video showcased him engrossed in a Lego set early in the morning, mirroring Beckham’s leisurely approach to the game. Ohanian accompanied the video with a caption indicating his readiness to cheer on the USWNT and Angel City FC.

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Mirroring Beckham’s move, Ohanian shows his dedication to advancing women’s empowerment in sports. What do you think of his recent tweet? Let us know in your precious comments below.

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