Serena Williams was born on September 26, 1981, in Saginaw, Michigan.
Serena has won a total of 23 Grand Slam singles titles, which is the most by any player in the Open Era.
Despite her success in tennis, Serena faced racial prejudice and discrimination throughout her career.
In 2002, Serena completed the "Serena Slam" by winning four consecutive Grand Slam titles: the French Open, Wimbledon, the US Open, and the Australian Open.
She is known for her powerful and aggressive playing style, characterized by her strong serve and powerful groundstrokes.
women's tennis, reaching speeds over 120 miles per hour (193 kilometers per hour).
She established the Serena Williams Foundation, which focuses on education and provides opportunities for underprivileged children.
Serena has been an advocate for gender equality in sports and has spoken out about the pay gap between male and female athletes.
In 2017, Serena gave birth to her daughter, Alexis Olympia Ohanian Jr. She took a break from tennis to focus on motherhood
Serena Williams has faced several injuries and health challenges throughout her career.