Serena Williams is one of the best players to ever grace the tennis court, and her legacy will live on for years to come. She set countless records during her illustrious career, and here are five that will be tough to break.
Three Wins at Three Different Slams
Williams holds seven titles at the Australian Open and Wimbledon and six more at the US Open, and she’s the only tennis player to ever achieve this feat.
Most Grand Slam Wins
With 367 Grand Slam wins under her belt, Williams holds the record for most Grand Slam victories by a female player in the Open Era.
Most Grand Slams After 30
By the time they reach 30, most tennis players have already left their best days behind them – but not Williams. She won 10 Grand Slam titles since turning 30, the most for any woman in the Open Era.
Oldest Grand Slam Single’s Winner
Serena was 35 years, four months, and two days old when she defeated her sister Venus to win the Australian Open crown in 2017, becoming the oldest women’s singles player to win a Grand Slam in the Open Era.
Career Golden Slam in Singles and Doubles
Williams excelled as both the singles and doubles player alongside her sister Venus, and she’s the only player to achieve the Career Golden Slam in both singles and doubles.