Serena Williams Press Conference | 2022 US Open Round 1

[@ddot9566]

I love how open and transparent Serena is right now. It really feels like she’s coming to terms with everything. I haven’t. I can’t imagine tennis without her, but I will soak up every moment we have left to watch her play.

[@simpletings511]

My sentiment exactly..I'm crying

[@carolineneisha]

Every word of this ❤️

[@BFick478]

Exactly. Very well said. I love you Queen Serena!

[@clementroberts9844]

Well said!

[@stl9895]

Me too but I teared up the entire time watching her last night. I have followed her since the beginning. I am happy for her though. She has brought so many great memories to tennis. Like the Tiger Woods to golf!

[@danielbrizzi]

We need to appreciate every single moment that we still have Serena as an active professional tennis player… I have been dreading this day for both her and Roger :(

[@sportsmediaamerica]

Hopefully, we will get one more outburst of poor sportsmanship and bitchiness before the tourney is over.

[@Rangersrulenhl]

No we do not.

[@nellie6854]

sameee

[@Bentleygirl7]

Throughout the entirety of her decades-long career.. Serena, excelled! Against all odds: racism, misogyny, unequal drug testing harrassment, biased criticisms, body shaming, unequal sponsorship offers, bigoted press headlines, etc... Serena, excelled! Despite, the many years of discouraging difficulty from those involved in and around the Tennis industry.. Serena, excelled! Despite the many years she endured without major support from her own countrymen.. Serena, excelled! Whilst, forcing other players to consistently raise their game levels of sheer power, increased ball speed, advanced strategical tactics and physical logistics.. Serena, still excelled! ..because, Serena is the essence of what others believed to be.. "impossible" - achieving, what is actually, possible.. She is, and will always be, our undisputed 🐐 Thanks for all the inspirational memories, 👸SERENA. # FAREWELLTOUR 🐐

[@spillomina]

Exactly this and I became a fan of her ever since the 2018 US Open which was my first time watching Serena. Hearing her story and all that she’s come from and went through yet she is reaching the big stages and hungry for more even after pregnancy really touched me.

[@57too]

So, what I gather, you are saying that she excelled then, right? Just wanted to be clear on that point about the excelling-ness thingy. Hey, just kidding. Serena is one in a million. I don't think we'll see the likes of this type of champion for a long, long time. I disagree about the misogyny thing because I don't think that ever was a factor with her, maybe a-holes said stuff, but I think she brushed that nonsense off, right quick.

[@jm7804]

Stone cold legend right there. Greatest female athlete of all time across all sports, not just tennis.

[@JD-pc6tk]

@tuuli north they're entitled to their opinion (which I agree with tbh, she'd have like 26 slams if venus was taken out like seles was), idk why people care so much to argue. And if you think there are many GOATs, as in many greatests of all time, then serena's one of them, so she is a goat of womens sport

[@ronniejohnson196]

True Enough and Enough Said! Totally Got That Right!!!!!! Thanks!!! Peace....

[@1stpageplacementNet]

Thank you Venus and Serena for your gifts and sacrifices to this sport. You are both appreciated.

[@sportsmediaamerica]

Sacrifices?

[@misspbrown2566]

Nice words. I not many people recognise the sacrifices (committed focus) to fulfil their father's vision to be ladies number one and two in the world of tennis. I get it, get it. Nice words, had to say it twice. 🎾🎾✌🏾💜

[@Sandra-xf1dy]

Spot on - Serena is bigger than the sport. There will never be another Serena. So grateful I lived to see her. Biggest fan here!! Amazing woman. Thank you Serena for being amazing on and off the court.

[@estygoveaperez1557]

❤ Be your greatest self, however big or small.

[@djohnson3310]

That's what they said about Michael Jordan.

[@visuallychase]

Incredible match. I wish the press asked at least one question about her tactics, strategies, and game. I think Renae Stubbs helped a lot. Serena played so clean! Painted the lines. Moved well. Served beautifully. Chris Evert said, “I haven’t seen Serena play like this in, like, five years.”

[@anthonyryanmauro]

i'm a big serena fan...maybe the world's biggest...but come on lol.

[@57too]

Evert was correct. I think Serena is on a mission. I am picking her to win or at least make semis. Hey, we still have Iga to contend with, don't forget that wall.

[@visuallychase]

@@anthonyryanmauro Evert literally said that during the match, as the commentator. Did you watch the match?

[@carolineneisha]

Yeah I thought Chrissie’s comment over-stated it a bit 😂 Serena played very well in her run to the USO ‘19 title, and then her serve just left her in the final. Five years would take us back to the Aussie Open when she was pregnant!

[@najeehall1210]

Rennae is just the best!

[@magdalein2]

We are going to miss her. They are so loved..the games without her are already boring...these upcoming girls are too uptight...the Williams were a charismatic and energetic team...always shinning on the court ...in wins and losses

[@kfreckle5453]

Not only are they uptight, they are also very inconsistent

[@davidpopofu1]

Serena is the US tennis legend for every tennis players.

[@ntsakoshilubane5025]

She is the world tennis legend

[@jeffkanma4699]

World**

[@vonmorris5948]

If Serena can take it all in her final tournament, this will be the greatest sports story of the world. I think she can do it.

[@TitusJudah]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@VegetoExp626]

She obviously doesn't focus on winning the tournament. She just at least wants to be there on the court, try to play her best, and stay in the moment. She is concerned more about what she's planned to do next. But of course, it will be super nice and super miraculous if somehow she manages to win it all. Chances are not an absolute zero anyway. 🤞🤞🤞🤞

[@onestage146]

It would be absolutely incredible but I just don't see it happening. She's actually the underdog for her next match, she's playing the #2 seed

[@paydelady]

i believe she can win it also, but she has to get her mental in tack. That has been her weakness her whole career. if she do get it together, lawd watch out!

[@kietsabrown8657]

CONGRATULATIONS LADY OF THE STARS. G. O. A. T NO 1 IS LIKE YOU.

[@AnthonyBrown-ci5bz]

Simply the Goat 🐐. We love ❤ you Serena! Tennis 🎾 will never be the same without you!

[@Numiful]

i love her she's like "i've already completely SLAYED TENNIS. i wanna do something else now

[@astridjallo6819]

Serena💖💖💖... You so cool,beauty ,humble and best tennis player ever 🥰🥰🥰

[@57too]

Her outfit is frikken cool too!

[@gladdie01]

The G.O.A.T did us proud 👏..🇿🇼🇺🇸

[@makamurphy]

I love how they are showing the reporters with Serena

[@abdulsamadsaleh]

Forever Queen

[@wichetleelamanit6195]

Everything is a bous for me! Love it with respect.

[@linfengwei8198]

Legend in the whole world, no doubt! Keep going Serena!

[@oluwaseunidowubademosi806]

She was very honest in this presser. Thank you Rena💙💙💙💙

[@Itsmztinale]

Love love love you! You’re such an inspiration! Beautiful inside and out! All time favorite human! Knowing you now over 15 years and still the same person since day one I met you!

[@derekgiesbrecht2929]

all time favourite human! wow, big words, big words

[@DA-mq1sg]

Serena - you took tennis to another level, and will be remembered for it. I loved watching you play. Because I always knew you were going to win. Thank you.

[@Leomerya12]

"No Follow-up Questions" And they proceed to follow up questions.

[@melvinfoster1426]

In the Tennis sport 🌎, Serna Williams, in my opinion, is an amazing player. Tennis won't be the same without u. You are the G.O.A.T and will be missed! When she steps onto the court, Serna made the sport interesting and exciting to watch and play! Thank you for that. U will do so well with whatever the next thing or things is.

[@anandrammoon]

Sareena answerd almost all the qestion before her retirement... All the best for next Adventure...

[@carolwilliams6715]

I so wish that her daddy, was there. Thank you Richard and Oracene Williams for giving the world the greatest story ever told!

[@djohnson3310]

A moment just for the Queens!

[@clarawindham3070]

The greatest of all time.

[@jrg7146]

no

[@Tia-nc9xg]

@@jrg7146 YES!

[@jrg7146]

@@Tia-nc9xg probably watched 5 mins of tennis in your life

[@Tia-nc9xg]

@@jrg7146 @JRGdrone review Wrong. I've been watching Serena and Venus forever.... even flew up to NY to the US Open to watch in person Serena in a final and saw a Broadway Play while there. Never make assumptions about people on social media via a post. It's rare you'll be on-point.

[@girliesafterGodsheart]

Incredible woman!!!

[@gordoslife8092]

The goat 🐐

[@dukdown]

Margaret is the GOAT.

[@marilou20091]

The crocodile

[@pokeeheaven5698]

It's not over yet, I hope she digs deep and puts on an amazing performance throughout the tournament, and goes out with a bang! Make headlines Serena, you got this!!!! 🇦🇺

[@Rangersrulenhl]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@mosidadiedericks5873]

Serena you did it all, against all odds. You enjoy your fare well tournament and go out with a bang. Ps Serena you do not have to prove Anything to anyone anymore. For me you are the GOAT. I remember back in days the first time i saw Serena, Not playing tennis, you and your mom were watching, a very young Venus playing, and i was just sort getting to know Venus and I became one of her biggest fans. I can still remember when the camara zoom in on Venus mother and Serena, the commentator saying that is Serena the younger sister of Venus and that Serena won one two Tournaments already. After that, i felt in love with both of them. May our Creator Bless Guide and Protect you and full fill your Heart desires Insha ALLAH ameen 👌😊❤️🌹🕋🇿🇦

[@Kai-ts9fw]

She should give it another season. You don’t retire when you’re that legendary and still able to play so well at age 40, you retire when you can no longer compete. Her husband and family can wait a year or two like the commentators said..

[@Abobagunwa]

I feel the exact the same. I think Serena just didn’t have the right voices to tell her her husband and child can wait a year and there is nothing wrong with her. This retirement announcement / tour seems rushed to me. Doing it over a year while giving herself time to prepare in the off season would have been beautiful and Serena would have been competitive and prepared. This is so sad and I wonder if that wasn’t the original plan and the whole Mouratoglou breakup hastened and changed her decisions somewhat. I hope she does reconsider and gives a proper bowout.

[@Bedoubleu]

Maybe she wants to start training her baby girl so she can be the next generation tennis star.

[@Kai-ts9fw]

@@Abobagunwa Agreed, it definitely feels rushed. I got the sense at AO21 that she had planned to retire last year, but those plans get derailed due to her injury at wimbledon. her retirement announcement would’ve probably coincided with the King Richard movie and award season tour. i also think she would have quietly retired after the US open last year instead of announcing a retirement tour. that injury saw her spend nearly a year away from the game and i think she was getting pressured to retire because i don’t think her husband is supportive. it’s really unfortunate that the people around her aren’t talking some sense into her because she clearly doesn’t really want to retire and she still loves the game. her only reason is “family” (aka alexis ohanian). and although i’m glad Patrick is gone in favour of Renee/Eric, the timing is off because this should’ve happened in 2018/2019. oh well, she’s the GOAT and hopefully she can make a dream run here

[@jimskeuh]

she's playing garbage since she returned this year. she's out of shape too. the crowd helped her a lot today against a bad opponent like covinic. she'll be pretty chanceless against kontaveit.

[@omololabello7382]

@@jimskeuh Really!!!

[@seba5837]

Legend 🔥

[@Backpack16]

It’s Time!! I was glad to see how the format, is for the press conference. Glad to see reporters.

[@forzacmo9069]

All the best for you legend

[@KingWelshy]

I want her to do one more WIMBLEDON 👑

[@meisteso]

Love you Serena! GOAT! THANK You!

[@ireneg.8873]

Serena you are G.O.A.T. you're greatly admired and a true inspiration. You've revolutionised women's tennis. You are a becon of light and have shown youngsters especially black youngsters what can be achieved. You've made the impossible possible You are G.O.A.T. Greatest of All Time - bar none. 👏 👏 👏

[@brownsintown2140]

Wait so she said she’s keeping it vague about future tournaments? Does that mean she might play more?

[@57too]

Hope so!

[@mariahcareylover406]

She’ll probably accept a wildcard for the US Open or Wimbledon in a few years

[@debbiedullabaun5928]

I thought she was being facetious

[@ohaggie]

She’ll maybe keep playing doubles

[@goat-gp1pe]

Yes, Serena, you're not necessary to retire, play till the age of 60, and then retire!!!!!!

[@gmansp77]

"I'm gonna stay vague because... you never know" :)

[@TEESALSAS]

Serena always wants to win, but I feel that she REALLY wants to win this tournament. She is laser-focused on the goal and I hope she pulls it out. She deserves it!

[@elizabethc9843]

Isn’t it funny how she’s not with her coach Patrick anymore, and how he said he had to give her an ultimatum and thus ended up coaching Halep who went out 1st round …., they should interview Patrick ….

[@djohnson3310]

Is that the same coach she had an affair with?

[@roseshabane177]

Serens Williams, we have seen you living tennis but like you are saying you are not necessarily retiring but you feel you have some other things to do.what else can i say, wishing you all the best girl.i stand with you in prayer.

[@johnlyndsay]

Every answer to these questions…seems she was on the verge of tears, understandable… I think she will play other tournaments in the future

[@deebandele552]

The GREATEST TENNIS PLAYER of ALL TIME!! Thank you Serena, for just being you!

[@djohnson3310]

Serena versus Steffi Graf would have been very interesting to watch.

[@Muchie2005]

My all time favourite ❤

[@paydelady]

It would be great if she came back from time to time and announce the games. Bet more ppl watch lol Ya'll know she got that Black girl magic

[@BhayekaTshazi]

With Rennae Stubbs she can do so much more but I respect her decision

[@misspbrown2566]

Excellent Serena. Maintain your focus. 🎾🎾(x12) 💟✌🏾

[@christnimrod6368]

LOVE.

[@margaritatrinnyrochavasque3878]

Serena, love you and the example you are

[@traceyraybould7863]

And still no word AT ALL from Patrick Mourataglou.

[@flaviambadkame8492]

Yesss he made the worst mistake not to see her retire

[@allandelarosa3618]

Incredible Serena. You were great!!!

[@piter1348]

absolute legend serena

[@markbarfield4825]

Did she win

[@noreljohnquerol9424]

Yes

[@johnconnor4749]

No, she paid a visit

[@noreljohnquerol9424]

@@johnconnor4749 she won watch serena vs kanka konivic us open 22

[@johnconnor4749]

@@noreljohnquerol9424 I was being sarcastic

[@damita4336]

First match yes

[@olabodewasiu2627]

GOAT 🐐

[@robindesbois3797]

we love you serena .....

[@ramkumar-cw3th]

It's happy to see her, I think this what called to be in peace

[@doksh5740]

Wonderful women, wonderful queen of tennis, and wonderful mother. Wish you all the best 👑💖🤎🤍🌵❤️💜💙👌🍀🍰🎾🏵️🌸💚😘😂🌿🥰

[@dasilvafdavid]

My Queen ❤️

[@Kassiusday]

To be on the top and to be on the lowest …only that experience on its own deserves some time of meditation ….. should be a rich experience paradoxically…..

[@rfletcher89]

☀️☀️☀️That’s my sweetie pie!!..💋💋💋

[@sportsmediaamerica]

LOL. Serena had a Vogue essay??? How did I miss THAT??

[@JD-pc6tk]

I think it's worth a read, regardless of whether you're a fan or not. It's very open and heartfelt, and shows a different dimension of her than her on-court persona. Opened my eyes a lot

[@anthonygalentine8193]

She literally just said that she isn't retiring!

[@johnanderson8385]

Naomi, we love and respect you. What you have done for mental health and wellness is beyond the measure of words. We love you, always.

[@dblog]

I have a feeling this might not be her last tournament. If it was, she would have said so.

[@jimskeuh]

she 's just trying to back up her upcoming loss against kontaveit. she knows she'll be out and probably emberrasingly too. u dont want to quit on such a low note

[@dblog]

@@jimskeuh you willing to bet ?

[@dblog]

@@jimskeuh what did you say again ? What do you have to say now ? I love when she silences are haters.

[@debbiedullabaun5928]

The Bionic Woman ❤️💯

[@indiabliss]

Why doesn’t Wimbledon show the journalists asking questions?

[@57too]

Because they don't want you to see that they are all drinking tea and eating crumpits. No, not really.

[@巴刹那]

Bc they are cowards

[@khuo0219]

they were short on camera equipment

[@NewWorldDAO]

You got to own that now for the rest of your life!

[@traceyraybould7863]

Arrrrrr she can’t say the R word. Bless her !

[@vickibaggs3042]

♥️❤❤♥️

[@qornn]

Why are they still wearing masks

[@ddot9566]

Not everyone was, so probably they wanted to.

[@57too]

I believe most of these "journalists" are secretly surgeons.

[@FreeNyame]

Because airborne Infectious Diseases exist

[@johnconnor4749]

@@57too verrry funnnny. I forgot to laugh

[@Rae8Anne]

Because Covid is still a thing...a highly transmissible thing.

[@salamisalamibalogna4617]

Her sister is getting embarrassed on the tube right now.

[@alaoe1501]

الجوت💞💞

[@NewWorldDAO]

Don’t tell me you didn’t know!

[@larryyonce]

♥️🎾

[@klars3207]

Go away.

[@NewWorldDAO]

Did you did you train Olivia to hate my guts?

[@Dr_Zackary]

❤️

[@vls3771]

So glad they gave her a rank 80 player for first round she's saying goodbye and she's a Legend best to go out to a higher rank player.....what happened in Cincinnati 2 weeks ago??

[@derekgiesbrecht2929]

If she wins round two, eyebrows will be raised, questions asked

[@vls3771]

Well who knows looking at the draw I'd say she may go one more round before saying goodbye..she's decided to go that's her call.

[@redplague]

Why are they all wearing masks?

[@dianewashington505]

🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐

[@blu1806]

U are not in the bubble u are. And is going to burst finally.

[@byrolyn8182]

You are so beautiful.

[@7Louise7]

Serena doesn't really want to let go of tennis. I wonder if she consider having a 2nd baby via surrogate. This is so hard.

[@KM-xx4oo]

Retirement is retirement

[@dennisoconnor4387]

😁😆🤣🙂😊

[@fantomas717]

😷😷😷😷 2022 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Mlasse954]

So shallow she sounds resentful ! Zero humbleness nor cuteness

[@djohnson3310]

Boy you are a rarity but you're right on the money. These Stars today nothing but vanity arrogance pride and self-adulation! Not one moment of giving the Lord Jesus Christ his glory

[@lvplackbussy9831]

Serena is the reason why brothas drive cadilacs, cuz you CAN'T get all datass in a Volkswagen

[@thewave3293]

I wonder if she liked being a boy before the change?

[@ivanbro47]

so im evolving to when i go in retirement... guess thats now the new word for retirement...

[@nobullman5853]

You want some cred ? Get a real job that benefits someone else.

[@SeanT649]

Yea I know it’s not a popular view but personally I think tennis will be better off when she “evolves “ away from tennis .For me her arrogance is and always has been staggering .

[@lucindagreen8825]

Sounds like you envy her greatness and self confidence.

[@SeanT649]

@@lucindagreen8825 OK lucinda that's definitely a bit true. I do envy her tennis, her success and not to mention probably her billions but as a person she's an epic fail for my money. she plays victim of sexism which she is not and she explodes with anger on people.Shes an obnoxious fake person which for me outweighs her money and glory.

[@katherinenassif921]

She ought to acknowledge Margaret Court is the greatest

[@ntsakoshilubane5025]

Greatest not on this era, on the weakest era of tennis , where she won 11 Australian open which was classified as a low tournament because outsiders did not participate on it , please you can’t compare the two , check how Court’s granslams where ranked , 11 Australian open without top players

[@marilou20091]

No, Steffi is the GOAT

[@jessg101]

Margaret played terrible.

[@createdcreated1977]

She doesn't have to acknowledge jack... Oh my goodness, why does she have to share her light? Give me a break.

[@katherinenassif921]

@@ntsakoshilubane5025 doesn't matter the era, she holds the record.

[@nourhenamdouni9624]

Wearing masks haha what an awful joke guys, keep on pushing hard, folks of the new world

[@derekgiesbrecht2929]

Lord, evolution instead of retirement, transcended the sport, i've never heard such a mushy mishmash of a press conference