Basketball Star, Lebron James, American media mogul, Oprah Winfrey and Former United States of America First lady, Michelle Obama joined other influencail world figures to hail Serena Williams’ legendary career which came to an end on Friday.
The 23-time major champion bowed out in a spirited battle to Ajla Tomljanovic, 7-5, 6-7(4), 6-1 in the third round. In a dramatic match that lasted over three hours, Williams saved five match points before the final point fell on Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Michelle Obama via her official Twitter account tweeted, “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.”
While Lebron James tweeted in her honor,”#SerenaWilliams THANK YOU 🐐!! You’re so damn DOPE!! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🤎”
Also reacting to Serena Williams’ final exit from the sport, Oprah Winfrey tweeted, “25 years. Champion. Shero. Legend forever! @serenawilliams #USOpen”.
