Madison Keys’ journey to her first Grand Slam title was nothing short of cinematic. Facing off against Aryna Sabalenka, the top seed and two-time defending champion, Keys displayed remarkable tenacity and skill. The final match, a nail-biting showdown, ended with Keys on top with scores of 6-3, 2-6, 7-5. Her victory is a testament to her hard work and dedication, qualities that have clearly impressed Serena Williams.
Serena Williams on Investing in Oneself
Serena Williams, a 23-time Grand Slam champion, took to social media to share her thoughts on Keys’ remarkable achievement. Williams emphasized the significance of investing in oneself, a principle she believes Keys has exemplified beautifully.
“We just saw Madison Keys, congrats to her, winning the Australian Open today. She is just an amazing player. I got to play her a lot, and now she just won the Australian Open. She is so awesome, but it also is something I was thinking about, she invested in herself right,”
Williams stated.
Williams didn’t just stop at praising Keys; she also reflected on her own journey of personal and professional growth. Having pursued a myriad of interests outside the court, including fashion school and even a stint as a pre-med student, Williams highlights the broader applications of investing in oneself.
“I also invest in putting time in myself. So, when I was younger, obviously I invested years and years of playing tennis. But even after that, I invested a lot of time, actually during tennis, I went to fashion school and was working toward a fashion degree,”
The Impact of a Mentor
Keys herself has spoken about the profound impact Serena Williams has had on her career. Recalling their first match against each other at the 2015 Australian Open, Keys noted the significance of playing against someone she admired so deeply in the sport.
“That was, I think the first time that I had played [Serena Williams]. And it was, you know, incredible to be able to play someone who has meant so much to me in the game,”
A Legacy of Excellence
With her win, Madison Keys joins an elite group of tennis players who have defeated both the world No. 1 and world No. 2 en route to a Grand Slam title—a club that includes legends like Martina Hingis, Justine Henin, and both Venus and Serena Williams. This achievement not only highlights her prowess on the court but also signals her potential to continue influencing the tennis world in the years to come.
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