Venus and Serena Williams are undeniably one of the greatest duos in the history of sports, not just tennis. Aside from their accolades in singles, the duo has won 14 Grand Slams in women’s doubles. Together, they have mesmerized the audience in some of the biggest courts in the world. The duo has tasted success everywhere, from the Centre Court to the Arthur Ashe Stadium.
While talking about greatness, it’s no news that Serena has been the more successful of the two. However, Venus’ achievements are no less, especially in doubles. A recent re-emergence of footage on Twitter from one of their previous encounters has been gaining traction on the platform. The fans were absolutely stunned by Venus’ on-court brilliance here.
Twitterati lauds Venus Williams’ ridiculous net skills
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The clip was from the 2009 US Open. The Williams sisters locked horns with Caroline Wozniacki and Sorana Cirstea in the third round. There was a particular moment in the match where the opposition duo tried passing Venus seven times, but she blocked each one of them like a wall before eventually winning the point with a simple smash.
Put some respect on Venus’ name! There will never be a duo like Venus and Serena. pic.twitter.com/GuMOl2u0t4
— Mike Gauyo 🇭🇹 (@blackboywrites) July 28, 2023
The fans were stunned by Venus’ marvelous net game. They could not stop themselves from watching the footage on a loop.
Watched this like 20 times just amazing at how smooth she returns the ball
— Nicky Flippers (@futurejetset) July 29, 2023
Another fan admitted how hyped she was at 1 am because of this duo.
This got me hype at 1 am!
— The X-Files (@n_cog_negro) July 29, 2023
She’s the reason I started watching tennis
— datboy143 (@datboy143) July 29, 2023
Fans also pointed out how Venus existed even before Serena started her dominance.
Ppl don’t know be fore there was a Serena there was Venus https://t.co/x9iwPS7VMv
— wicked Gyal Era🫵🏾 (@candigurllll) July 29, 2023
Another fan admitted that he would only tune in to tennis when the Williams would take the court.
i love them so much. idk a damn thing bout tennis but when the williams show up, ATTEEEN HUT cuz i love my bitches https://t.co/kYZlqvSuFD
— bitch ☁️ (@_loveajh) July 29, 2023
“This is what I thought I looked like playing Wii tennis“, a fan suggested that it was almost like playing a video game.
This is what I thought I looked like playing Wii tennis https://t.co/Ee2EerfF8l
— Erin Palmer (@Erin_luv) July 29, 2023
One fan also mentioned how Serena did not interrupt Venus from destroying the opposition.
Serena: “imma let her eat”
— YourRoyalFlyness (@shahanahzaynah) July 29, 2023
“Who needs Jesus to be a fence when you’ve got Venus.“, fans took their humor to another level to acknowledge Venus’ brilliance at the net.
Who needs Jesus to be a fence when you’ve got Venus. https://t.co/Kkjme00D3a
— dystopia101 (@landtortoiseer) July 29, 2023
Another fan said how prime Venus Williams was one of the fiercest competitors the game has ever seen.
For real! Venus in her prime is someone I’d never want to go up against as a competitor! https://t.co/1Iv8JHtgb6
— Kate (@katefacekilla) July 30, 2023
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It was heartwarming to observe the lasting influence the Williams sisters continue to have on the tennis community. Their influence on a generation of enthusiasts to take up a racket will ensure that their legacy endures forever.
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What was your reaction to Venus Williams’ ridiculous defense at the net? Do let us know in the comments.
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