The 40-year-old closes the final chapter of her remarkable career having won an astounding 39 grand slam titles. At her peak, she was unplayable; only she could beat herself.
Twenty-seven years on the professional tour, 23 grand slam singles titles and a plethora of records; Serena Williams is leaving tennis as one of the greatest players to ever grace the court.
After losing to Ajla Tomljanovic at this year's US Open, the American gave an emotional farewell to the sport that she has helped shape over the last two decades. Given her impeccable standards, it wasn't the fairytale ending that she probably would have wanted, but the reaction from those inside Arthur Ashe Stadium was further proof of just how important Williams has been to the game.
— UNINTERRUPTED September 3, 2022 A career of resilience As she reached the twilight of her career, though, the ever-present favorite at grand slams had to take up a new role -- one she was less familiar with. Since returning from a break after the birth of her daughter, Williams was no longer the irrepressible player she once was.
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