We thought the farewell would be finished. That the most epic singles career in tennis history would have ended by now in the U.S. Open. Instead she keeps winning, making us greedy to not let go. Making us dream. Might it actually be possible now for a surreal run to one last major championship on the eve of her 41st birthday?
Sports, the first and ultimate unscripted reality TV, holds that magic and power.
So does Serena Williams.