‘A Huge Hype Mechanism..’ – Andy Roddick Wants Serena Williams to Enjoy the ‘Innocent Parts’ in Her Final Grand Slam Event at US Open 2022

American tennis legend Serena Williams will be playing her last Grand Slam at Flushing Meadows. Earlier, the 40-year-old declared that the current season will be her last. After crashing out of the National Bank Open and Cincinnati Masters, her last appearance will be in the US Open.

While many experts have given their opinion on Serena’s last Major tournament, her friend and former world number 1 Andy Roddick also commented on Serena’s last Grand Slam.

All eyes will be on Serena

Former tennis star Andy Roddick appeared in a question-answer session with New York Post columnist Steve Serby. When asked to give an overview of the upcoming US Open, Roddick said that Serena Williams will be the center of attraction.

“Obviously, it’s gonna be all things Serena [Williams] as long as she’s in the tournament, and rightfully so. I would love nothing more than for her to kinda give us a thrill in that first week,” he said. Further, the five-time Grand Slam champion added, “it’s gonna be a weird scenario with that, just like every match could be her last.”

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However, not caring much about the results, the 39-year-old wished Serena enjoys it. “I hope she can kind of enjoy the innocent parts of it along the way. Cause there’s obviously gonna be a huge hype mechanism around it,” he concluded.

When Serena Williams defeated Andy Roddick

The friendship between Serena Williams and Andy Roddick dates back to the time when they were very young. From eight years of age, the two honed their tennis skills under the able guidance of coach Rick Macci. As they became the finest tennis players in the US, the friendship only kept growing.

Back in 2009, the duo decided to play a tennis match for charity. Eventually, Serena came out victorious. However, playfully, the 23-time Grand Slam champion teased her friend. She took to her Twitter account and announced her victory. Also, calling Roddick is not very good.

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With Serena set to end her journey, it surely will be an emotional roller coaster for her fans. What’s your favorite Serena Williams memory? Let us know in the comments.