Serena Williams is the star of the stars. She is one of those rare entities that receives the adoration of people who have their own fans. The 23-time Grand Slam champion is sure to be the apple of the eye of many Hollywood celebrities. However, no one can hold a candle the way Beyonce likes.
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The singer herself has inspired many through her songs, but Williams is the one she gets her motivation from. They have been friends for a long time. Now that the tennis legend has retired, let’s take a trip down memory lane and remember the beautiful message Beyonce wrote for her.
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Beyoncé’s word for Serena Williams
Beyonce has always celebrated Williams’ success and vice versa. Once, Beyonce wrote a message for Serena Williams. However, the letter came in 2015 after the former world No.1 won her third French Open trophy. “Cascade on them Serena”. The singer was overwhelmed with joy and wrote.
Subsequently, she added, “31 years old and in the prime of life. You have no idea how much you inspire all of us women. I’m so proud of you.” Williams, two years into her reign on the clay courts of France, thundered in the 2015 season. She beat Czech professional Lucie Šafářová in a biting three-set long match 6–3 6(2)–7 6–2 to emerge victorious.
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Additionally, Williams also clinched the title on the London grass courts that year. She overcame Spaniard and former world No. 1 Garbiñe Muguruza in straight sets 6-4 6-4 to seal her name in the Wimbledon trophy.
Beyoncé’s tribute to Williams
Beyonce showed her love for the Williams sisters by writing and voicing one of the King Richard movie soundtracks. A film that encompasses the struggle and success of Venus and Serena Williams through the eyes of their father, Richard. She dedicated the track “Be Alive” to King Richard, which was so moving it earned an Oscar nomination.
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Although his tribute didn’t stop at forging the beautiful song. Beyonce took the effort to give a live performance of the same from the Compton Courts during the Oscars. The city holds the start of the legendary duo Williams.