Serena Williams Announces Tennis Retirement Plans: ‘It’s the Hardest Thing That I Could Ever Imagine’

of Meghan Markle's podcast, , which dropped on Spotify on Tuesday, August 23. But apparently the didn't visit the recording studio alone—Williams blessed us with a sweet photo of herself with Olympia, her four-year-old daughter, and on her Instagram grid. “I loved talking about so many important topics with my dear friend Meghan as her first guest on for ! It’s out now and worth the listen, especially if you’re ambitious ❤️,” Williams wrote in the caption.

“The Daily Show” correspondent Jordan Klepper attended yet another political rally to talk to Trump supporters about the state of the country, this time in Wisconsin. While there, he touched on the issues plaguing those voters the most, like the 2020 election fraud conspiracy.“I’m not going to be a conspiracist or anything like that,” one woman told him. “But, I just watched a movie last week with Robin Williams in it.

Serena Williams bid a tearful goodbye to Toronto, leaving it all on Sobeys Stadium’s Centre Court after competing in Wednesday night’s Canadian Open.

Serena Williams was pictured wiping away tears following an emotional defeat at the Canadian Open on Wednesday.SEE: Serena Williams' bespoke Miami mansion where she'll spend retirementThe tennis ace, who announced her retirement plans in an interview with British Vogue, was sadly defeated by 2020 Olympic gold medalist Belinda Bencic in straight sets, 6-2, 6-4. Despite the loss, Serena received a standing ovation from the crowd and was clearly moved by the reaction as she struggled to disguise her emotions.WATCH: Serena Williams shares sweet family videoHer defeat marks her final time at the tournament as a player, and speaking in a post-match interview to the Tennis Channel, Serena admitted that it has been "a pretty interesting 24 hours," following her bombshell news."It's just been so memorable," she told the outlet.

Whilst the temperature is hotting up in the UK, Vogue Williams sent the temperature soaring even further in Ibiza in a series of stunning shots taken on holiday.The television presenter, model and DJ is enjoying a well-deserved break in Spain, known for its vibrant nightlife and hidden away beaches. Vogue, 36, is currently enjoying the holiday with husband Spencer Matthews, 34, and their three children Theodore, Gigi and baby Otto.The happy family were the perfect picture of bliss as they soaked up the sun, topped up tans and enjoyed spending quality time together.

How you doin,’ Wendy Williams? According to the queen of daytime, she’s making her way back into the spotlight.

Vogue essay on “evolving away from tennis” has given women around the world “goosebumps” for voicing their shared reality. The first-person piece from the tennis great laid bare the reality that women are faced with a unique dilemma when it comes to choosing between being a parent and pursuing their career. “Believe me, I never wanted to have to choose between tennis and a family.

Michelle Obama often shares snippets of her life on social media and is a great cheerleader for those she admires and cares about.MORE: Michelle Obama reveals sad news about daughters Malia and SashaMost recently, the former FLOTUS took to Instagram to pay tribute to her friend, tennis champion Serena Williams, following the news of her retirement.Michelle shared a series of photos of the pair together from over the years, including pictures of her cheering Serena on in the crowds during a tennis tournament.VIDEO: Michelle Obama gives rare glimpse into family lifeIn the caption, she wrote: "Serena, thank you for everything that you've done to break barriers and to be a positive light in this world.MORE: Malia Obama steps out in sporty look following birthday celebrationsREAD: Barack Obama mourns sad family death with heartbreaking tribute"We've all watched you wear the crown of greatness with the kind of humility, grace, and integrity that all of us can aspire to. It has meant so much to follow your journey as an athlete, as a mother, as a business leader, and more.

A mother-daughter moment! Serena Williams graced the cover of Vogue‘s September issue with her daughter, Olympia, by her side.

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Serena Williams is gearing up to make some of her final swings.

Serena Williams is preparing to say farewell to tennis after the 2022 U.S. Open. The professional athlete has announced her retirement from the sport in Vogue‘s September 2022 cover story while sharing the challenges of being at a crossroads of tennis and family.

, is officially bidding farewell to tennis. The 40-year-old revealed her decision in her own words in issue cover story, explaining that ultimately, she wants to have more children, and doing so is not compatible with continuing her storied career. “If I were a guy, I wouldn’t be writing this because I’d be out there playing and winning while my wife was doing the physical labor of expanding our family,” she tells Rob Haskell in the as-told-to interview. “Believe me, I never wanted to have to choose between tennis and a family." Williams and her husband, Reddit co-founder and tech investor Alexis Ohanian, welcomed daughter Olympia in 2017. Williams has previously that following her emergency C-section delivery, she suffered from complications including a pulmonary embolism and hemorrhaging at the C-section site.“I’ve been reluctant to admit that I have to move on from playing tennis,” she continues.

Serena Williams has announced her plan to retire from tennis. Williams, who has won the most Grand Slam titles of all time during her career, with a total of 23, has said she will compete at this month's U.S. Open before stepping back to focus on her family with her partner, Alexis Ohanian, as well as business ventures.

Serena Williams has announced that she is ready to step away from competitive tennis.MORE: Serena Williams discusses changing routines with husband Alexis Ohanian and daughter OlympiaThe 23-grand slam champion has been the face of tennis since winning her first U.S. Open in 1999.Now, two decades later, the star is using the very same tournament that catapulted her into stardom as her last competition.

Serving up romance! Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian fell head over heels for one another in 2015 — and they’ve been getting stronger ever since.

Jordan Moreau Serena Williams, the 23-time Grand Slam tennis champion and one of the most iconic figures in modern sports, is planning her retirement.In her Vogue cover story Tuesday, Williams announced that she is planning to step away from tennis after participating in the U.S. Open in New York later this summer. Though she doesn’t call it a “retirement” from tennis, she is moving on to focus on her family and other business ventures.“I have never liked the word retirement,” she wrote for Vogue.