NEW YORK — A tennis goddess exited the U.S. Open with a glorious goodbye — and the world took note.
Tributes to Serena Williams started pouring in shortly after the 23-time Grand Slam champion lost to Australia’s Ajla Tomljanovic in a tense, thrilling match at Arthur Ashe Stadium in Queens Friday night.
Celebrities, fellow athletes, and fans from all over the world expressed their thanks to the 40-year-old for her nearly three decades of victories, titles and inspirational comebacks, honoring her legacy both on and off the court and celebrating what’s to come.
