This isn't based off of a specific passage, but more a whole section. To me, Serena Williams is the embodiment of athletic dominance. While she is probably past her prime, she has won 22 Grand Slam singles titles, 16 Grand Slam doubles titles and 3 Olympic Gold medals. She is the most dominant athlete of her era, not just in tennis, but in any sport.
And to get there, she had to battle her way through a white dominated sport. If you turn on the TV to any given tennis match, chances are you'll see not only white players, but white line judges and white spectators, too. It's not just opponents. It's the whole package. And that is what makes her so special. She had to overcome far more than most, in addition to working and dedicating herself to perfecting her form and her mechanics. Sure, Michael Phelps has more medals, and sure Lebron James is in the running for the greatest of all time, but no one can top Serena.
Thank you for writing about this, Cole. The world needs more smart boys discussing this topic.
ReplyDeleteI think it is so great how you decided to talk about how much an African American women has dominated and worked hard an a white dominate sport. She is an incredible athlete but an even better person. She has fought through a lot including racism and for her to be where she stands is incredible.
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