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Another day, another heartwarming father-daughter moment! Alexis Ohanian, husband of WTA star Serena Williams, continues to shine as a super dad. Since Olympia was born in 2017, he has dedicated time to creating memorable experiences with her. Now seven years old, Olympia often joins her parents at various sporting events. While many expect her to follow in her mother’s footsteps in tennis, it seems she has a diverse range of interests. Alexis ensures she explores them all!

Serena and Alexis have been vocal about Olympia’s potential career path. Although it’s still early, they have praised her for her vast interests. Back in 2019, when Olympia was just two years old, Alexis told Glamour magazine, “We’re raising what I hope will be an overachieving and strong daughter.” Since then, fans have enjoyed watching the exciting adventures between father and daughter!

Recently, Ohanian shared an adorable photo of himself and his seven-year-old daughter on the golf course, beaming beside a flagstick. The joy in their smiles said it all as they dived into yet another sporting adventure together. This wasn’t their first golf outing, though!

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On her birthday last September, Ohanian looked proud while Olympia rocked a stylish pink top and white miniskirt, holding her golf club like a pro. He humorously noted that she’s growing out of the clubs gifted by Uncle Tiger Woods. “Every morning with her is precious. Especially Sundays. This Daddy Caddy needs to get her some new clubs soon cuz she’s growing out of the gift from Uncle Tiger. Can’t wait to take her to her first @tglgolf match this January. 💪@weareLAGC won’t hold anything back against even @jupiterlinksgc,” he wrote, hinting at their shared passion for the game. It doesn’t stop there!

 

Just a few days ago, on January 30, Alexis and Olympia cheered for the Virginia Cavaliers women’s NCAA basketball team at the Watsco Center. A proud UVA alumnus, Ohanian excitedly posted on social media before the game, sharing a playful selfie with Olympia captioned, “Oh hey, alexisohanian.” What a treat!

Where does this enthusiasm for sports come from? Alexis is a multifaceted businessman. He co-founded Reddit in 2006 and advocates for women athletes through initiatives like Athlos. He manages his venture capital firm Seven Seven Six and is the lead investor and co-owner of Angel City FC, a National Women’s Soccer League team. Ohanian has done it all!

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Ohanian reveals the reason behind his passion for sports

Alexis Ohanian, the ultimate multitasker, recently shared a glimpse into his sporting past during Part 19 of his ‘Ask Alexis’ series on X. When a fan asked if he played sports, Ohanian opened up about his love for athletics, saying, “I did play sports growing up. A lot of soccer basically.” However, he faced some restrictions early on. “My parents wouldn’t let me play football until high school, which is really what I wanted to play. So I finally played American football when I got to high school. I played basketball. I was not very good, Six foot five (inches), wasted height. I never played tennis, I am learning golf now, and I’m really loving it.”

What really caught everyone’s attention was his pride in his daughter Olympia’s budding athletic skills. He humorously captioned a post, “I’m just trying to learn enough golf to keep up with my 7 year old 🏌️‍♂️,” showcasing the strides Olympia has made in the sport. Just like her dad, she’s diving into various activities—from learning tennis with her legendary mom, Serena Williams, to hitting the golf course with Alexis. This isn’t the first time her golfing talent has shone through; Ohanian has previously shared videos of her impressive swings.

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Being the daughter of Serena Williams comes with high expectations, but Olympia is carving her own path. While Serena hoped for her to take up tennis, Olympia seems more drawn to soccer and golf. Ohanian supports her wholeheartedly, stating, “Whatever sports Jr wants to play! Here for it.” As she grows older, Olympia not only gets to explore sports but also the business side of it—she’s already a co-owner of Angel City FC and the Los Angeles Golf Club! With a world of possibilities ahead, the Williams-Ohanian family is on the brink of something extraordinary! Who knows what thrilling milestones lie ahead for this dynamic family?

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