About
Serena Williams is a retired American professional tennis player widely regarded as one of the greatest tennis players of all time. She held the world No. 1 ranking in women's singles for 319 weeks and finished as the year-end No. 1 five times. Williams has won 73 WTA Tour–level singles titles, including 23 major women's singles titles, the most in the Open Era. She is the only player to achieve a career Golden Slam in both singles and doubles.
Career Timeline
First Grand Slam Title
Won her first Grand Slam singles title at the US Open at age 17, defeating Martina Hingis. The victory announced her arrival as a dominant force in women's tennis alongside her sister Venus.
Serena Slam Achievement
Completed the 'Serena Slam' by holding all four Grand Slam titles simultaneously, though not in the same calendar year. This achievement established her as the dominant player in women's tennis.
Return to World No. 1
Returned to world No. 1 ranking after injuries and controversies, demonstrating her resilience and continued dominance. Her endorsement deals and prize money significantly increased her wealth.
Olympic Gold and Career Slam
Won Olympic gold in singles and doubles, completing her Career Golden Slam. Her success at the London Olympics further cemented her legacy as one of tennis's all-time greats.
Second Serena Slam
Completed her second 'Serena Slam' by holding all four major titles simultaneously again. At this peak of dominance, she was universally recognized as the greatest female tennis player of her generation.
Australian Open While Pregnant
Won the Australian Open while eight weeks pregnant, her 23rd Grand Slam singles title. The achievement showcased her extraordinary athleticism and became a defining moment in sports history.
Post-Pregnancy Grand Slam Finals
Reached multiple Grand Slam finals after giving birth, though unable to win the 24th title to tie Margaret Court's record. Her comeback demonstrated remarkable resilience but also marked the beginning of her competitive decline.
Retirement from Tennis
Announced her retirement from professional tennis at the US Open, ending one of the greatest careers in sports history. Her emotional farewell was celebrated worldwide, though she remained just short of the all-time Grand Slam record.
Tennis Legend and Entrepreneur
Serena Williams is widely regarded as one of the greatest athletes of all time, now focusing on business ventures and family. She is a household name and sports icon, though retired from active competition.
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Last updated: February 23, 2026