This summer we said goodbye to two legends in tennis. Although Serena’s evolvement was announced , Roger’s came a few short weeks later and it was super surprising. Rightfully so, both in their 40’s and wanting more time with family etc. I’m sure stepping away from the sport for good playing wise was a super tough decision. I mean stepping away from a game you have played your entire life would be hard for anyone. The impact Serena and Roger have had in the last few decades especially Serena has left the game in pretty good hands. This post isn’t meant to be a sad one but a celebratory one.
I have personally been watching both Roger and Serena my whole life. I pretty much grew up with them so for me I was slightly emotional about because of the excitement and memorization they brought. The way they both played the game with so much drive, grit at times, and competitiveness. I definitely admire them.
My favorite Serena match would have to be any match with her sister Venus. Those were always fun or any match where she had to play from behind. My favorite Roger match would have to be any match against Rafa. I always knew if they were facing each other it will be entertaining but also a long match. lol
Serena changed the women’s game for greatness in the fact that she opened so many doors for women and mainly minority of women who may not have felt like they belong. With the likes of Naomi Osaka, Sloan Stephens, and CoCo Gauff. Tennis is left in great hands. And on the men’s side Frances Tiafoe is one to watch!..
As future events come and go, I’m sure although not playing anymore Serena and Roger will still be apart of the tennis world to some capacity. As we know Serena will be focusing on her family, fashion, and just her next chapter. I wonder what Roger’s next chapter will be outside of spending time with family. Either way it was amazing night in night out watching them give their all and passion to a game that has left us and myself with long lasting memories.
Their legacies cement them as two of the greatest ever. I hope no one breaks Serena’s grandslam record. I know records are meant to be broken and honestly no number of grand slam wins will honestly amount to other countless things she has done to change the game for greatness. Serena is and forever will be the GOAT. Roger as well! It ‘s crazy to fathom what they have done in the last 30 years or so.
I wish Serena and Roger the best! Sad to see them go, but I know the best is yet to come!
Cheers to future
Farewell to Tennis the game
Your legacies live forever 🙂
If you have any favorite Serena or Roger memories feel free to drop a comment or tweet them to me @ bballmypassion.
As always thanks for reading!
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