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Serena Williams provides optimistic update after surgery

Tennis legend Serena Williams was once again open with her fans about her health, this time sharing an encouraging update following surgery to remove a benign branchial cyst from her neck, posting a video on social media of herself in a hospital bed on Wednesday.

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Gauff Will Be 'A Multiple Time Grand Slam Champion' Says Serena Williams' Ex-Coach

Coco Gauff has one Grand Slam title to her name, but one of Serena Williams' former coaches is convinced she will add many more. It is easy for fans to forget how young Gauff still is.

Serena Williams News / Tennis Infinity / October 17

Serena Williams Provides Update After Health Scare That Required Surgery

Serena Williams had an unexpected health issue that needed surgery, and she recently provided an update for all her fans. The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion has kept herself busy and active since retiring, meaning fans were shocked to learn about the American's health issue when she announced it on Wednesday.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / October 16

Williams And Sharapova 'Earned More' Than Nadal And 'Deserved It' Says Uncle Toni

Toni Nadal says Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova's activities outside of tennis mean they have earned more than his nephew Rafael Nadal, and he has no problem with that.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / October 16

Serena Williams: 'All is OK' after surgery to remove large cyst

Tennis great Serena Williams is recovering from surgery to remove a large cyst on her neck. Williams, 43, posted the news to social media on Wednesday, saying she had a benign branchial cyst "the size of a small grapefruit" removed.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / October 16

Serena Williams opens up on ‘silence’ regarding Rafael Nadal’s retirement ⁩

Serena Williams has expressed her disappointment at missing Rafael Nadal’s retirement announcement. The 43-year-old also revealed the reason for missing the tennis legend’s emotional announcement via social media.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / October 14

Gauff's Serve 'Can Be Fixed In Less Than 1 Hour' Says Serena Williams' Ex-Coach

Coco Gauff's issues with her serve have been consistent throughout 2024, but Serena Williams' former coach thinks they could be quickly fixed. Gauff parted ways with her coach, Brad Gilbert, after a challenging period since the start of the grass-court season.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / October 11

Venus Williams drops truth bomb about impending retirement from tennis

Former world No.1 Venus Williams has dismissed rumors about her retirement, saying she’s “not done” with tennis yet. Williams, a seven-time Grand Slam singles champion, has achieved almost everything in a career that spans three decades.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / October 9

44-Year-Old Venus Williams Says She Is 'Not Done' With Tennis Yet

Many players struggle to play once they reach their thirties, but five-time Wimbledon champion Venus Williams says she plans to return to tennis despite being 44 years old.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / October 9

Gauff Opens Up About Wanting 'To Emulate' Serena Williams But Not Be 'An Exact Copy'

Coco Gauff spoke about Serena Williams's impact on her career and how she tries to find the right balance between following what she did and charting her own path as a player.

Entertainment News / Total Apex Entertainment / October 9

Unlikely Friendships: The Celebrities You Didn’t Know Were BFFs

Celebrity friendships are normal, seeing how often they meet new people. These stars attend multiple events regularly, so they frequently meet new people within and outside the industry.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / October 7

Coco Gauff reacts to becoming the 1st American woman since Serena Williams to win the China Open title

American WTA star Coco Gauff scripted history when she defeated Karolina Muchova in the China Open final. She beat Muchova 6-1, 6-3 on Sunday (October 6) to become the youngest China Open champion in 14 years.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / October 4

Watch: Serena Williams Responds To Fan Claiming 'You Can't Play Tennis While Pregnant'

Serena Williams participated in an interview series that included a fan saying one can't play tennis while pregnant, a topic Williams has a unique understanding of.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / October 2

Williams And Sharapova 'Changed The Narrative Of An Athlete' Says Petkovic

Serena Williams' and Maria Sharapova's achievements on the court make them tennis legends, but Andrea Petkovic says they also changed how tennis players are perceived.

Star NFL wide receiver believes Ryan Williams would be 1 & done if he could

The San Fransisco 49ers’ star wide receiver, Deebo Samuel is blown away by Alabama’s freshman wide receiver, Ryan Williams. The Saraland, Alabama product has put the entire sports landscape on notice this season with his play on the field.

Serena Williams And Her Daughter Agree Taylor Swift Is Superior To Princesses

All the Disney princesses have a special magic to lure their prince charming, and in turn, little girls fantasize about them. Taylor Swift has the magic to ‘enchant’ people through her musical abilities for real and Serena Williams’ elder daughter is under her spell.

Tennis News / Tennis on ClutchPoints / September 13

Naomi Osaka hires Serena Williams’ ex-coach amid poor form

Naomi Osaka is making a change near the end of a disappointing season. The four-tine Grand Slam champion is splitting up with her longtime coach Wim Fissette and is bringing high-profile coach Patrick Mouratoglou on to be her new coach, according to Stephanie Myles of Open Court.

Tennis News / Chicago Bulls on SI / August 22

Serena Williams breaks silence on business partnership with Michael Jordan

Tennis legend Serena Williams is one of the greatest athletes of all-time. Recently partnering with Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan on a new business venture, Williams teamed up with another one of the most iconic figures in sports history.

Tennis News / The Athlete Lifestyle on SI / August 5

Serena Williams calls out fancy Paris hotel for denying family access to restaurant

Serena Williams called out a French hotel claiming she and her family were “denied access” to the hotel’s rooftop restaurant. Upon visiting The Peninsula in Paris, it seems she was not allowed to enter on Monday evening.

Olympics News / Yardbarker / August 4

Olympics Day 10: Noah Lyles, final day in the pool and more

Olympics Day 10 briefing: Noah Lyles' photo finish, historic final day in the pool and more

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / July 11

Watch: Serena Williams roasts Chiefs kicker at ESPY Awards

Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker caused a stir after sharing controversial opinions about women while giving a commencement speech in May. Apparently, 23-time Grand Slam winner Serena Williams hasn't forgotten.

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Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Sports Now / June 24

‘We Dated for a While’: Penn State Legend Discusses Relationship With Serena Williams

Penn State fans know a lot about LaVar Arrington. It’s a good bet that a good bit of them don’t know he used to date one of the most successful athletes of all time.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / May 21

Serena Williams 'ready to hit some balls again'

Serena Williams caused a stir on Tuesday morning with a seven-word post over social media. "I'm ready to hit some balls again," she wrote on Twitter. It is not immediately known if Williams is planning a comeback to the professional ranks or just contemplating a friendly game of tennis.

Tennis News / 5 GOATs / April 15

Serena Williams says she’s ‘super interested’ in owning WNBA team

Serena Williams wants to be part of the WNBA. The tennis legend recently spoke to CNN and said she would love to own a WNBA team in the future. “I absolutely would be (interested).

Tennis News / Viral Sports News / April 15

Serena Williams Praises NCAA Women’s Basketball Stars For Sport’s Growth

The conclusion of NCAA March Madness has captivated fans and highlighted the rise of new superstars in women’s basketball. Players like Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark have quickly become standout figures, signaling a new era for the sport.