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USA Today via Reuters

USA Today via Reuters

Pioneering the core of tennis mentorship is not an easy feat. In a recent turn of events, star coach Rick Macci unveiled his riveting account of being grilled. This was by his long-time friend, Richard Williams, for Venus and Serena Williams. Macci shed light on an interrogation so profound it felt like a courtroom deposition to him. Being the active tweeter bud, Macci also shared how Richard Williams probed him with the intensity of a legal cross-examination.

Courts and rackets are evidence of how Rick Macci has shaped the bright careers of both the Williams sisters. How Macci went with this story on his Twitter handle is definitely worth talking about.

Rick Macci on the interesting act by the father of Venus and Serena Williams 

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Tennis mentorship often resembles a delicate string, but sometimes it transforms into a riveting courtroom drama as well. In an intriguing revelation, Rick Macci shared a vivid account of an intense interrogation by Richard Williams. Being a father and the architect behind the success of Venus and Serena Williams, Richard Williams outdid himself. His grilling session unfolded back in May 1991 in the heart of Compton. 

 

Rick Macci said in his tweet, “When we first met May 1991 in Compton Richard pulled out a yellow piece of notebook paper with at least 75 questions and Grilled Me Extra Double Crispy like I WAS IN A DEPOSITION. I actually REALLY Respected this father right from that moment.”

Macci’s recollection takes us back to that pivotal meeting, when Richard Williams showed up with a yellow piece of notebook paper in hand. As per Macci, the duo’s father was armed with a barrage of queries, which showcased a meticulous approach to mentoring. 

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The deposition-like interrogation becomes the lens through which we witness the unique dynamics. It is quite inspiring to know that this is what fueled the ascent of Venus and Serena Williams. Now that Serena has hung the racket and rumors of retirement are clouding Venus’ career, the end of an era is actually closing in.

WTA’s next trailblazers

As Venus and Serena Williams, as a duo, are right around the corner to gracefully exit the tennis stage, a captivating void emerges in the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA). With Venus contemplating her future endeavors and Serena stepping away, the court awaits new protagonists.

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In the absence of the Williams sisters, the WTA faces a pivotal moment, prompting speculation about who will step forward to carry the torch. However, it seems like the future of the WTA is in safe hands with stars like Coco Gauff and Iga Swiatek. The departure of these tennis icons marks the end of an era and invites us to a new chapter in women’s tennis. What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments.