Serena Williams

Professional Tennis Player American Born 1981 (age 45)

23-time Grand Slam champion who dominated women's tennis for nearly two decades.

435 quotes

"Patience with yourself is as important as patience with others."
Patience
"Kindness costs nothing but means everything."
Kindness
"Justice on and off the court requires speaking up."
Justice
"Literature and sports both teach us about the human condition."
Literature
"Philosophy taught me to question everything, even my own assumptions."
Philosophy
"Music is my refuge when the pressure gets too intense."
Music
"Science and athleticism go hand in hand in modern sports."
Science
"Nature reminds me to stay grounded and humble."
Nature
"Art and sport are both forms of human expression."
Art
"Leadership means being accountable for your actions."
Leadership
"Education opened doors that tennis alone could not."
Education
"Knowledge is power, and I'm always learning."
Knowledge
"Time is precious; use it wisely and purposefully."
Time
"Truth matters more than comfort."
Truth
"Hope is what keeps you going when things get tough."
Hope
"Change is inevitable, so you might as well embrace it."
Change
"Beauty comes in all forms and sizes."
Beauty
"I've learned that death teaches us to live fully."
Death
"Happiness is found in doing what you love with people you love."
Happiness
"Love for the game drives everything I do."
Love
"Solitude allows me to reflect and recharge."
Solitude
"My relationships are my greatest treasure."
Relationships
"Inspiration comes from within and from those around you."
Inspiration
"Motivation is temporary; discipline is permanent."
Motivation
"War on the court is about strategy and mental fortitude."
War
"Politics affects athletes too, and we have a responsibility to engage."
Politics
"I've never been interested in being comfortable."
Life
"The court is my canvas; tennis is my art form."
Success
"Every challenge is an opportunity to prove something."
Courage
"I play for those who came before me and those who come after."