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Why Venus and Serena Williams Still Inspire Every Amateur Player
Why Venus and Serena Williams Still Inspire Every Amateur Player
Under the brilliant floodlights of Arthur Ashe Stadium, the Williams sisters delivered another unforgettable chapter of grit and sisterhood at the 2026 US Open. Photo: USTA / Editorial.
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Why Venus and Serena Williams Still Inspire Every Amateur Player

At forty-two, nursing aching knees and a wayward serve, watching Venus and Serena Williams battle for three hours under the lights of Arthur Ashe at the 2026 US Open wasn't just sporting nostalgia - it was a masterclass in why we pick up a racket.

James Heggs
James Heggs
September 5, 2026
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