S. Williams (USA) v Azarenka (BLR) Women's Tennis 1st Round Replay - London 2012 Olympics

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Full coverage from Wimbledon in the women's singles tennis 1st round as the USA's Serena Williams takes on Belarus' Victoria Azarenka the London 2012 Olympic Games.
Tennis has a long Olympic history but withdrew from the programme after 1924. It did not return as a medal sport until 1988. Professionals are now welcome to compete, and the Olympic competition includes men's and women's singles and men's and women's doubles.
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[@minavamp2359]

serena was on beast mode during this tournament. lost only 17 games. that comes out to be 3 games per match.

[@DeepSeas..]

33 winners to 5 unforced errors. Nearly perfect. Although this Serena is long gone, she’s built an incredible legacy.

[@bmchaarney]

Azarenka is the same player that said Serena's serve is not that great, she is not intimidated by it. That same serve almost took her life in this match.

[@rodneybaja9082]

+Wayne Gooding LOL

[@swamychenalla5772]

Wayne Gooding pl

[@user-mk9hv8sl5p]

i think after losing here, the USO12&13 finals, and in RG15 + Wimbledon15 Azarenka changed her tune

[@nultyjack8219]

Azrenka was just jealous and never achieve what Serena has

[@swinde]

This match is the BEST Serena ever played against Azarenka. Many of their matched were 3 set contests.

[@tjrtt]

Serena's serve is just so much more potent on grass. I love the sound of the ball on her racket and when it smashes into the backboards of the court. Tremendous!

[@anthonyyusef5897]

Not only was Serena's game on fire at the 2012 Olympics. I thought she has never looked better, appearance wise on a tennis court. I thought she was on fire in that regard as well.

[@theinfamousmjp]

Everything was intense about Serena at the Olympics.... her game, her outfit, her face, even her hair!! lol she dominated these girls! I don't know what it was about the 2012 Olympics but she needs to stay in that mindset all year long!

[@magnetmac1]

Three aces alone in opening service game against Azarenka, and then end the entire match with a 2nd serve ace. Serena at her best.

[@Sjblock89]

Gees... Serena is playing undeniably good here. The confidence, the mindset... her A game was just there. SUPERB! That serve my God!

[@klaas1935]

Serena beat Victoria in the semi final at Wimbledon that year.She beat her at the final at the US open.The semi final that same year in Singapore WTA.

[@mintykookieee]

Ooft, and that’s against the world number one… :O

[@txhomie2011]

Serena walked through the field!!!

[@theinfamousmjp]

I think what made Serena sooo dominate at the Olympics was her preparation on grass in 2012... She had soo much time on grass, more than usual. She had practice before Wimbledon because of the early round loss at the French, then had played the whole tournament won Wimbledon then practice before the Olympics and played there... Which grass is already her best surface for her game so it was only right that she won!

[@theinfamousmjp]

Oh yeah I forgot about doubles! She is so great on this court she had soo much time on it! Including doubles which really helps her. I miss this Serena.

[@Ceedsmith]

***** This is the semifinal, not the 1st round.

[@KCNwokoye]

I was about to make the comment so thanks for highlighting the facts.

[@ivoryscott1162]

Lol

[@mlorocker]

lol yeah Vika won bronze here. If this was the 1st round she would have been eliminated and shut out of the medals

[@amandacerny8145]

@Witaminka B12 it’s may 2021 and you’re still under Serena videos, obsessing over her while you hate her

[@thirdformarn1738]

Serena is just incredible here. From her game to her outfit!!!

[@Blakmajik78]

Serena is GOAT, Azerenka is up and coming...I do like both....but Venus and Serena are my favorite girls in tennis.

[@mowavaj]

Victoria probably felt like she was being jumped in this match Lmaoo

[@duhhoe3896]

💀

[@jddII]

😂😂

[@BN-yw5iw]

Pure dominance...

[@ciarrajohnson3849]

Nobody can make the best look bad like Serena...Wow

[@swinde]

True. Serena was "Superena" during this entire tournament.

[@janicethibodeaux7354]

Ace

[@obiezeoputa7748]

This is the ultimate Serena. This was the form on which she is unbeatable. Lucky for others that this form is comes in waves

[@4221june]

I'm in awe of such a talented awesome person The best in the world

[@freespiriteyeofra]

This Serena Olympics 2012 needs to come back from the next few years

[@fortnitetrickshothdx4266]

Do you know how I’m willing this to happen🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@frederickreynolds7299]

I agree. I wish Serena would focus in her fitness. I know she's a Mom, but come on. It's sad seeing her lose constantly.

[@rayray3112]

She looks fit going into Australia. We will see if she if she was focusing on her off time

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@fortnitetrickshothdx4266 hi nakia. Happy late new year 2021.

[@purwantiallan5089]

2021 still reliving this.

[@apaarmaheshwari8673]

Just see the stats by Serena 33W to 5UE😮😮

[@anthonybailey8317]

This is not the 1st round match but rather the seminfinal. This was a beatdown, not as bad as the finals ahainst Sharadopa. But it was still bad LOL !!!

[@jeanc9868]

WOW Serena's game was SO on point in this match ... Hope she can find her form again soon!! ❤ :-))

[@jeanc9868]

aoa198124 Yeah she was playing really well and don't be rude

[@aoa198124]

+Jean C you are right sorry 🎾

[@jeanc9868]

No worries ❤

[@roter13]

more like this whole tournament

[@TreebeardWood]

The whole tournament! She dealt out 4 bagels and 4 6-1 sets.... and of course... blew Sharapova off the court in the final!

[@mosesjose9958]

Couldn't have said it any better! The matches and the big win at Wimbledon 2 wks before the Olympics prepared Serena physically and mentally, she came into the Olympics with beaming with confidence and just dismantled the entire competition, losing only 17 games in 6 matches, astounding!

[@moirapatience8781]

Rena didn't come to play games here! Over in a flash!!

[@apaarmaheshwari8673]

Even in 2012 if Venus(though she was struggling with her illness) would have played Serena then the match would have been very competitive.

[@Lloydsed]

THE QUEEN RULES SUPREME!!!!

[@leocho9442]

Aces for Williams

[@Favizzy]

Its just awesome when Azarenka and Serena play.

[@francanoble]

ACERENA!

[@jzk1990]

She beat five top 2 players four being former number 1’s! If that ain’t amazing idk what is!

[@losenti926]

2012 serena is crazyness

[@got2bjosh]

8:50 Match Start 6-1. 38:00 Second set 6-2. The video title is wrong. This is the SF not R1.

[@milvalawrence6839]

Millie: The G.O.A.T QUEEN OF TENNIS CAN'T BE BEATEN with her ACES n athleticism is unmatched many many times I've gotta get my head out of the way when it's coming my way 😄😇

[@theinfamousmjp]

I think what made Serena sooo dominate at the Olympics was her preparation on grass in 2012... She had soo much time on grass more than usual. She had practice before Wimbledon than played the whole tournament won Wimbledon than practice before the Olympics and played there... Which grass is already her best surface for her game!

[@ruthzansi1877]

Serena, even though you've evolved away from tennis you're still there

[@topgurl9313]

Serena. Oh Queen Serena.

[@JCentral]

Aces galore!

[@jaymeemangang9506]

Vika almost cried

[@Listenthenspk]

Domination at it's finest 🎾

[@badmaruz]

serena is on a warpath for gold here go serena!

[@thetruthhurtsu]

Serena knew that her time is coming to an end (hopefully not too soon) and this may have been the last chance to obtain that special olympic award. With that said, This is the Serena Williams that i like. One who was VERY determined and wasn't going to let *anyone* stand in her way. 2014 was an awful year for serena, but for everyone else, it would have been the best thing! I hope 2015 is much better.

[@uksoul2001]

2015 already OWNED by Serena with 19 @ AO. 20-22 coming soon!!

[@stingstungmemae1297]

2014 was an awful year for Serena but she still won at least 7 tournaments including the US Open, WTA Finals, and kept her #1 ranking. You're right. It would have been the 'bestest' year ever for EVERYONE ELSE! That speaks volume about how awesome and dominant Serena is.

[@stingstungmemae1297]

Serena and Venus are both looking forward to Rio. =)

[@uksoul2001]

***** They sure are and millions along with them

[@thetruthhurtsu]

you know Serena would love to obtain another piece of Gold to add to that amazing collection she has of trophy's & Medals.

[@MichaelWilliams-cd9if]

Why is the stadium so empty? I know it was only the 1st round but it's Serena!

[@soranm]

It was semi final not 1st round . They wrote that in error

[@Davey0303]

Kato Robinson its the olympics...so much was happening and not for a medal...crowds come out for medals...

[@TheFever77]

Empty at the start but did you watch the whole thing? It's not empty by the end.

[@topgurl9313]

the crowd gets fuller and fuller by the end because some people arrive late but they're not allowed in until the players take a break

[@darrenmonty2432]

during the Olympics games keep in mind, their are other events going on and also the stadium filled as time progress.

[@terrencewilson3494]

Awesomee performance!

[@achungchiru9818]

Wow Serena💪💪

[@dcookoo]

Awesome.. I love these two

[@doksh5740]

Serena is the queen of tennis🎾🎾🎾

[@doreenmanese9827]

I do like both of them.....And Serena is my girl win or lost.

[@justtrust11]

If the U.S. was smart they would have thrown her in mixed to win another gold!!!

[@Nikki528]

She elected not to play mixed doubles.

[@Davey0303]

Nikki528 She wanted to put they went with the doubles players...she said she understood the decision...she wanted 3 medals in one olympics...i believe 2016 she will have her shot

[@SalRN14]

what a whooping!!!!!! Serena can't e touched!

[@Listenthenspk]

The TRUTH

[@Caliboyk]

@8:50 - 1st Set Serena Williams - United States to serve

[@tiarrajohnson3827]

Serena Williams again!!! (^.^)

[@ciarrajohnson3849]

GOD never stops!

[@doksh5740]

Outstanding, great match, Serena 👍

[@mintykookieee]

Lmao :O At least Victoria can say she won more games than Maria against Serena…

[@jkscout]

It was the semifinals.

[@beverleysmall8736]

The caption on this match is misleading. Nevertheless in 2021 during this season of US Open I continue to enjoy Serena perform at her best and give the World over a boost in spirit that only such a stellar performance can deliver. Serena thank you !! Continue to enjoy your life!!

[@heavyblue4985]

It says here first round replay, but this is semifinal.

[@brookwest]

Serena was this good and unstoppable be she was 20 pounds lighter than she is now in 2020

[@keikoishizeki]

This match is NOT 1st round but the Semi-final.

[@insightonline]

Simply Amazing

[@tracypillay8635]

Semi Final

[@williamhorton465]

RIP Kobe

[@olaraay]

this might as well have been the 1st round - the score line suggests that it is !

[@MichaelWilliams-cd9if]

It was the 1st round.

[@olaraay]

Kato robinson it wasn't he 1st round , as azarenka played for the bronze medal and she was world no.1 so its impossible to be 1st rd. i think this is the sf

[@MichaelWilliams-cd9if]

olaraay My bad. The title of the video must be wrong.

[@stingstungmemae1297]

Kato robinson Not your fault they put the wrong title. Serena beat Jelena Jankovic in the first round. She beat Aga's sister, Urzula, in the second round. 3rd round was Vera Zvonareva. Caro was in the QF. Vika was the semi and Maria Sharapova was embarrassed\throttled\decimated\humiliated in the final. 3 number ones were humbled by Serena. I don't think Serena lost a set during this Olympics. I don't recall her giving up that many games.

[@EATeezey]

+StingStungMe Mae 4 number ones. JJ, Caro, Vika, and Pova. Vera was a former number 2. Serena played no games at the Olympics. That gold scrunchie wasn't just for show.

[@M1ssLady]

Why does azarenka make that God-awful noise each time she HITS THE BALL?! It's so off putting.

[@tiffanylyons4474]

Cool Kid I think she and MS do not hit the ball that hard. I feel it is to make it appear as if they are hitting all out when it reality they may be hitting three quarter pace. Also, I know that when I play I like to hear the ball come off my opponent's racket. I could therefore determine how much pace I need to respond in kind. I have heard the great Navratilova say all that noise is tantamount to cheating. I agree.

[@teeharrison2137]

Tiffany Lyons at the very least hindrance

[@dianebennett1661]

Sharapova cousin all that noise to lose

[@ellyza24]

Yeah, it's annoying!

[@milenaorozco6045]

Can you put the bronze medal match? Azarenka vs Kirilenko please!

[@Dzmcgee]

Wait does anyone notice at 6-1 5-1 30-30 Serena loses a challenge but doesn’t lose the point… Vika must have been like let’s go I don’t care.

[@thecat5497]

After this she gave Sharapova the beatdown of her life 6 0 6 1.

[@doksh5740]

Sheer dominance, wow, dearest Serena

[@AdamDawson3]

Mixed Doubles is also part of the Olympics.

[@marekxyz5066]

Zawsze wielkie mecze obu Pań ! 🎈🎾🎈🎾🎈🎾🎈 Serena forever nr 1 ! 🌞🌞🌞🎈🎈🎈🇵🇱

[@leocho9442]

Tonnes of aces

[@b.b.4010]

Why would Azarenka wear that hideous outfit

[@MsEditrix]

Right? She looks like a Starbucks barista who has yoga right after.

[@3xinarow990]

I think those are her countries colors 😂😂😩

[@b.b.4010]

@@3xinarow990 Not talking about the colors boo

[@leocho9442]

So pro

[@LondonHasFallin]

Koby Bryant RIP 😢

[@user-rr1yp4pt9x]

2024, missing the GOAT.

[@Blinkncali21]

First she fought for Black Women in tennis and won, then she fought for women to be equal in tennis and won, then she fought for working on moms on tour and won. Anyone think she won't win a few more rounds against time?

[@Hugo-gc8jm]

It's not the 1st round match but the semifinal ...

[@jmdp9455]

Sorry, but can you find the other semifinals , Sharapova v Kirilenko ?

[@annemariedeane1259]

Why no commentary? Where is John McEnroe, Llndsay Davenport and, Tracey Austin?

[@TheRuTrue]

That's what TUE is all about.

[@55555gino]

How did azarenka win the bronze medal if she lost the 1st round? Just curious

[@DerrickJohnson56]

The title is wrong it was the semifinals and the two that lost them played each other for the bronze.

[@hander205]

i thought it was semi final

[@dorethadodd6810]

hander205 2008 Serenia v Waenka

[@dinadechavez9607]

for tennis players I like wozniakie Williams and stosur they are the best for me!

[@Davey0303]

I would love for Serena to get back with Sasha

[@stephanieyip288]

Mixed doubles badminton

[@zhaclub]

queenT

[@mattia.co1]

how can you fight a person who has been on prednisolone all her life?

[@sayajalandanmakan4549]

good 1:06

[@chikidd24]

U.S.A

[@topgurl9313]

15:23

[@wevertonsilvadeoliveira6727]

Parece um jogo de uma mulher (Serena) e uma criança.

[@alfikh3701]

that was so bad, world number one kicked out with score like that xD

[@candog3806]

La Azarenka casi nunca le ha podido ganar a Williams. solo sabe gritar y llorar. nada más. xD. Es una perdedora.☆

[@joanjanet9995]

I feel sorry for Azarenka her grass game sucks.

[@ciarrajohnson3849]

Well now that she has Serena's old hitting partner, we shall see 😄😄 Serena might put a couple extra bruises on her soul just for that reason 😄😄

[@tinafitzgerald2547]

Serena is just awesome 👏 and unstoppable. Every serve is so powerful, and that makes it even harder for her opponent to return the ball!! 👏👏🫶🫶❤️❤️

[@noahhenderson3164]

Dislike only cuz this is the semis not first round lol

[@Tennislee12]

hoop

[@fortnitetrickshothdx4266]

This was just plain embarrassing lol

[@freereika]

松岡修造

[@zaneramjeawan8042]

serena was so small here...she has gained some pounds for sure

[@ednabrewerfreak]

ya, but i think its muscle

[@WinnieLorriane]

Zane Ramjeawan I was thinking the same thing. She was smaller.

[@topgurl9313]

+Zane Ramjeawan She's gained muscle. Because she's getting older she has to work out more to counter-balance the physical effects of aging in order to continue to perform at her best.