Serena Williams Once Locked Herself In the Panic Room Over a ‘Drug Test’ Misunderstanding

Serena Williams is a player whose rise to the top is not just praise-worthy but is a source of inspiration for many too. Fans have transformed their lives making her a role model and working tenaciously like her towards their respective goals.

However, that does not rule out the possibility of obsessed fans who have tried to invade her privacy too. Consequently, the fear was obvious when Serena Williams had to hide in her panic room when a drug tester visited her.

Serena Williams hid in safety over a confusion 

In 2011, Serena Williams‘ assistant reportedly called 911 in the early hours of the day because the player suspected a burglary. Consequently, the player locked herself in the panic room just in case things got serious.

However, later the confusion dissipated as it was a drug tester from an unspecified tennis association. He had come unannounced which had made the player scared retorting to the actions she took further on.

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Earlier in 2011, there was an issue with a stalker. He stayed updated with the players’ whereabouts and followed her around. Eventually, he got arrested while he was stalking her near her home.

How has Williams inspired her fans?

Speaking of the fame of the former world no. 1, she has also influenced her fans to be better in their life. An Indonesian fan left his job to watch her play at the Australian Open and further on went on to become a tennis analyst. The player is a symbol of resilience and courage.

She focused on her game and focused on her gameplay ignoring reactions from others. She eventually turned into the greatest tennis player with 23 grand slam titles under her name. Furthermore, the player is living up to her values and is preparing for the hard-court major at the US Open.

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However, before that, she will play at the Rogers Cup, and also at the Cincinnati Masters where she has won twice in the past.