Serena Williams is undoubtedly one of the greatest athletes, and recently, the American has successfully entered the business domain. Owing to a huge fan following, she also keeps her fans updated about her routine life and milestones. But there was a time when she featured on the GQ Magazine cover as the woman of the year, which soon turned out controversial.
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The 40-year-old has a muscular build and it helps her generate the power that’s needed in tennis. Like any other individual, Serena has worked hard to gain her physique. However, a few believe it is unfair to the other girls who compete against her. Serena once came forward and gave a befitting reply to her haters.
Williams is proud of her body
Serena Williams took to her Reddit Account and wrote a note addressing the recent hate she was getting. “I’ve been called man because I appeared outwardly strong … It has been said I don’t belong in women’s sports — that I belong in men’s — because I look stronger than many other women do. (No, I just work hard and I was born with this badass body and proud of it.),” She said.
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Working out and having a chiseled physique is helpful for the athletes in their respective games. It is an option that is open to everyone and it’s sad that people use it as a way to disrespect a legend like Serena.
Serena Williams all set for hard court return
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Serena Williams made a comeback earlier this year. She crashed out of the first round of Wimbledon Championships 2022. The 40-year-old will be back in the action for the American hard court swing. She will feature in the National Bank Open to get the much-needed match practice. The former world number one has arrived in Toronto for the tournament.
Later she will also feature in the Cincinnati Masters tournament before entering the US Open 2022. Serena has won the US Open title six times in her illustrious career.
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However, the 23-time Grand Slam champion has failed to clinch any Major title in the last 5 years. Can she do it in Flushing Meadows? Let us know in the comments.