"People would say I was born a guy, all because of my arms": Revisiting Serena Williams quote amid online abuse recently in tennis
Tennis NewsWednesday, 17 May 2023 at 04:32
Amid recent abuse suffered by the likes of Amanda Anisimova and Taylor Townsend, a quote was reposted which resonates by Serena Williams, a fellow American as online abuse seems to continue to dominate.
“It was hard for me. People would say I was born a guy, all because of my arms, or because I’m strong.
"I was different to Venus: she was thin, tall & beautiful. I am strong & muscular & beautiful," said Serena to Harpers Bazaar.
This of course showing that even for Serena Williams as an athlete of her success suffered with bullying and abuse.
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