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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 06: Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian attend the 2019 Met Gala Celebrating ‘Camp: Notes on Fashion’ at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 06, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Noam Galai/GC Images)

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 06: Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian attend the 2019 Met Gala Celebrating ‘Camp: Notes on Fashion’ at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 06, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Noam Galai/GC Images)
Serena Williams has had many memorable moments in her tennis career. From winning her maiden Grand Slam title in 1999 to making a comeback recently, the American legend has seen it all. One of the life-changing years for Serena was in 2017.
The former World Number 1 was gearing up for the Australian Open that year. However, shortly before the start of the tournament, she found out that she is expecting her first child. Not only did Serena go on to play in the tournament but also won the title after defeating her elder sister, Venus Williams in the finals.
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Serena took a break from tennis subsequently and gave birth to her daughter, Olympia. She also tied the knot with Reddit co-founder, Alexis Ohanian in the same year. Her husband once revealed his wish of having a movie created on their life.
Serena Williams’ husband wants Dwayne Johnson and Arnold Schwarzenegger to play his role
Alexis Ohanian once took to Twitter to reveal his wish for a movie created on his life. Talking about this, he said, “Ok – who’s getting cast? I want to be played by @TheRock. Serena should star in it as herself… Until the love scenes where I’ll fill in for Dwayne.”
Ok – who's getting cast?
I want to be played by @TheRockSerena should star in it as herself.
…Until the love scenes where I'll fill in for Dwayne. https://t.co/MnQqHB2zPG
— AlexisOhanian7️⃣7️⃣6️⃣ (@alexisohanian) September 1, 2018
Additionally, he also went on to say, “My friend @Schwarzenegger – can you play an older version of me sent back in time to protect @olympiaohanian??”
My friend @Schwarzenegger – can you play an older version of me sent back in time to protect @olympiaohanian??
— AlexisOhanian7️⃣7️⃣6️⃣ (@alexisohanian) September 1, 2018
Opening up about his daughter, Olympia’s role in the movie, Alexis said, “Since @OlympiaOhanian is still a baby, she should be entirely CG. And also talk (voiced actors suggestions??) And be able to transform into a dragon.”
Since @OlympiaOhanian is still a baby, she should be entirely CG. And also talk (voiced actors suggestions??) And be able to transform into a dragon.
— AlexisOhanian7️⃣7️⃣6️⃣ (@alexisohanian) September 1, 2018
With tennis movies gaining massive success at the box office, it wouldn’t be a surprise if a movie on Alexis and Serena goes on to become a massive hit if made. Last year, a biopic film on Serena’s father, Richard Williams was released. The film received massive honors at various award functions.
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Serena receives a generous draw at the National Bank Open
In the next week’s National Bank Open in Toronto, the 23-time Grand Slam will open her campaign against a qualifier. If she manages to win her opening round match, she will face the winner of the match between Belinda Bencic and Victoria Azarenka.

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Tennis – Wimbledon – All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, Britain – June 28, 2022. Serena Williams of the U.S. celebrates during her first round match against. France’s Harmony Tan. REUTERS/Matthew Childs
Watch This Story: Serena Williams enjoys a fun training session ahead of next week’s National Bank Open in Toronto
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Having avoided some big names such as the likes of Iga Swiatek and Ons Jabeur in the early rounds, Serena will be eager to make the most of this opportunity.
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