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This Friday night Serena Williamsworld sports legend, put end point to his successful career in tennis after being eliminated by Australian Ajla Tomljanovic in the third round of the US Openso that many personalities they did not hesitate to dedicate emotional messages to the American.
Through social networks, athletes like LeBron James y Tiger Woods they congratulated the winner of 23 Grand Slam singles titles; Michelle Obama y Oprah Winfrey They also honored her.
“It has been an honor to follow your journey. Just I want to thank you for being an inspiration to so many people.”drafted LeBron James, NBA star; while Tiger Woodsone of the best golfers in history posted: “You are literally the best on and off the course. Thank you for inspiring us all to pursue our dreams. I love you sister!”.
Magic Johnsonbasketball and NBA legend, was another of those who shared a message for the successful tennis player. “Congratulations Serena on your career that has inspired us so much! I remember when you said you wanted to be a businesswoman. Now I can’t wait to see you grow in business!”
While Michael Phelpsmultiple Olympic swimming gold medalist shared: “It was wonderful to see that Serena not only changed tennis, but above all helped empower the next generation. Her achievements in tennis speak for themselves, but one of the things I admire most about her is that she doesn’t give up.”
It’s truly been fun to watch Serena not only change the sport of tennis, but more importantly, how she’s helped empower the next generation. Her tennis accomplishments speak for themselves, but one of the things I admire about her is she simply doesn’t quit. On or off the court
— Michael Phelps (@MichaelPhelps) September 3, 2022
For its part, MichelleObamaformer first lady of the United States, dedicated the following text to Serena “Congratulations on an incredible career. How lucky we have been to watch a young woman from Compton grow up to be one of the best athletes of all time”; and Odust Winfreytelevision personality, wrote: “25 years. Champion. Hero. legend forever“.
Congrats on an amazing career, @SerenaWilliams!
How lucky were we to be able to watch a young girl from Compton grow up to become one of the greatest athletes of all time.
I’m proud of you, my friend—and I can’t wait to see the lives you continue to transform with your talents. pic.twitter.com/VWONEMAwz3
— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) September 3, 2022
