"Serena Williams' reaction to sister Venus' new doubles partner is stirring up emotions! Fans are distracted by more than just her looks

NEW YORK -- Novak Djokovic thinks he came up with a way to get Serena Williams back on the tennis tour: Dare her to do it. A night after Williams stunned the tennis world by showing up to help induct rival Maria Sharapova into the International Tennis Hall of Fame, Djokovic said he thought that was “a beautiful moment.”

NEW YORK—Serena Williams paid an emotional tribute to elder sister Venus on social media following Venus’ first match at the US Open in two years. “Strength, courage, determination, class, perseverance, inspiration… there’s not enough words to describe how proud I am of you @VenusWilliams,” Serena captioned.

Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic secured his 75th consecutive first-round win at a Grand Slam as he defeated American Learner Tien in straight sets in the first-ever Sunday night session match at the Arthur Ashe Stadium.

What struck Tiafoe most was Serena’s relentless mentality, even when facing tennis legends like Roger Federer.

Maria Sharapova was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame on Aug. 23 — with a little help, and a touching speech, from friend and former on-court rival Serena Williams.

Serena Williams matches with daughter in custom figure skating-inspired Nike dress at US Open Williams has never strayed from making bold statements with her on-court style.