“More Physically Gifted”: Doubles Legend Hails Serena Williams as the GOAT

Many tennis analysts and former tennis players consider Serena Williams as the greatest female tennis player of all time. In her long career, Serena Williams has conquered 23 singles Grand Slam titles. Apart from that, she has also acquired the rankings of World No. 1.

In a recent podcast, ‘The GOAT: Serena,’ former American tennis player Pam Shriver praised Serena Williams and her accomplishments throughout her career. She also talked about the healthy relationship Serena shares with Patrick Mouratoglou.

Former tennis player applauds Serena Williams

Williams is undoubtedly one of the finest tennis players of all time. The kind of consistency she has showcased throughout her career is unmatchable. Appearing on the podcast, Pam Shriver lauded Serena’s long list of achievements.

Shriver said, “It’s the hunger to win, it’s the willingness to be out in the biggest moments in all on your own and be able to produce. And that sounds like more people should be able to do that. But to be able to be Serena Williams with her quality throughout the body of her entire career in semis or majors, in finals of major, time and time and time again –  99.9% can’t do that.”

Pam Shriver acknowledged the partnership Williams is having with her coach Patrick Mouratoglou. According to her, the pair comes with new ideas and techniques. Shriver also discussed the physical and mental qualities of the 23-time Grand Slam champion.

She further added,” Obviously, she’s more physically gifted than just about anyone of us who has ever played the game. And I mentioned the serve, so by the time you put the whole thing together and I think she has become more growth mindset oriented with the help of Patrick. I think she’s become more open to new ideas, how to become better in the last decade.”

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Williams’ injury update

Serena Williams suffered a major hamstring injury in the first round of Wimbledon 2021. He was forced to retire in her opening match against Aliaksandra Sasnovich. Since then, Serena hasn’t competed at professional tournaments.  The 40-years old hasn’t given any update on her injury as she continues to miss the WTA tour.

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