Serena Williams At 2022 U.S. Open: Photos Of Her Last Event Before Retiring

By:

Elissa Anderson

September 3, 2022 11:11AM EDT

Serena Williams took part in one of her last tennis matches ever at the 2022 U.S. Open on Aug. 29, 2022. See photos of the memorable moment here.

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Serena Williams during her last tennis match

Serena Williams during her last tennis match — Serena Williams, of the United States, returns a shot to Danka Kovinic, of Montenegro, during the first round of the US Open tennis championships, in New York on Aug. 29, 2022. She was in the moment!

One of Serena’s last professional tennis matches took place at the 2022 U.S. Open on Aug. 29, 2022. She announced she’d be moving on in an interview with ‘Vogue’ earlier that month. ‘I’m here to tell you that I’m evolving away from tennis, toward other things that are important to me,’ she told the outlet. Her announcement brought about support from so many people, including celebrities like Beyonce.

Serena ended up winning her first match at the U.S. Open on Aug. 29, allowing her to play again the following week. She is considered to be one of the most influential professional tennis players of all time and has made quite a lasting impression on the sport. She has showed confidence and emotions on the court over the years, and hasn’t been afraid to share her opinions and thoughts about her success and disappointments.

Click through the gallery to see some of Serena’s best moments at the 2022 U.S. Open.

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Serena Williams Leaves Her NYV Hotel

Serena Williams Leaves Her NYV Hotel — Serena Williams was spotted walking out of her hotel on Aug. 31 for the second round of the US Open in New York City. She donned a pink athletic skirt, a white tee, and a black zip-up hoodie. She completed her look with black sneakers and wore her hair up in a pontyail.

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Serena Williams & Family After Round 1

Serena Williams & Family After Round 1 — Serena Williams poses with her family after winning round one of the U.S. Open. She was joined by her husband, Alexis Ohanian, daughter, Olympia Ohanian, and sister, Isha Price.

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Serena Williams With Her Husband & Daughter At The U.S. Open

Serena Williams With Her Husband & Daughter At The U.S. Open — Serena Williams gives her daughter, Olympia Ohanian, a hug after winning her first U.S. Open match. Olympia and Alexis Ohanian celebrated the tennis pro on the court.

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Serena Williams & Danka Kovinic on the court

Serena Williams & Danka Kovinic on the court — Serena Williams, right, of the United States and Danka Kovinic, of Montenegro, stand before their first round match of the U.S. Open tennis championships, in New York. It was on Aug. 29, 2022.

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Serena Williams’s husband and daughter

Serena Williams’s husband and daughter — Serena Williams’ husband Alexis Ohanian and daughter Alexis Olympia Ohanian Jr., watch her play against Danka Kovinic, of Montenegro, during the first round of the U.S. Open tennis championships, in New York. It was a cute moment.

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Serena Williams in the moment

Serena Williams in the moment — Serena Williams warms up before playing against Danka Kovinic, of Montenegro, during the first round of the U.S. Open tennis championships, in New York. She was all smiles.

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Serena Williams carrying her stuff

Serena Williams carrying her stuff — Serena Williams arrives to play Danka Kovinic, of Montenegro, during the first round of the U.S. Open tennis championships, in New York. She was carrying her stuff and looking out at the crowd.

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Serena Williams hits a ball

Serena Williams hits a ball — Serena Williams hits a ball with her racquet at the U.S. Open. She wore a gray top and blue skirt.

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Serena Williams in black

Serena Williams in black — Serena Williams reacts during the first round of the U.S. Open tennis championships against Danka Kovinic, of Montenegro, in New York. She won the first match.

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Serena Williams walking outside

Serena Williams walking outside — Serena Williams walking outside at the 2022 U.S. Open. She was surrounded by others.

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Danka Kovinic waves

Danka Kovinic waves — Danka Kovinic, of Montenegro arrives to play Serena Williams, of the United States, during the first round of the U.S. Open tennis championships, in New York. Serena won.

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