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Venus Williams’ Wimbledon legacy is one of tennis’ greatest stories

Over two decades, the 43-year-old has effected change on and off the court at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club

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James Blake’s success, influence in tennis continue after his standout career

Blake has become the only Black tournament director at the ATP or WTA level

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Arthur Ashe: A lifetime of service

Thirty years after his death, his impact on tennis, Black culture and human rights activism still resonates

Ben Shelton is adding his name to America’s Black tennis talent to watch

Among the successful Black Americans at the Australian Open, the 20-year-old son of a former professional has made the most surprising run

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Serena Williams’ retirement is a platform, not a loss, for Black tennis’ next generation

Frances Tiafoe, Coco Gauff are proof the diversity of the game will continue

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Serena Williams and tennis’ challenge of maintaining her momentum

For 25 years, Williams helped make the sport’s audience and participation more diverse. How does the sport capitalize on them after her retirement?

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And the Know: Serena Williams & the rich history of Black tennis

The record holder for the most Grand Slam titles in the Open Era stands on the shoulders of giants

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With the pressure off, Serena Williams can enjoy being herself

‘I have absolutely nothing to lose,’ she says after upsetting No. 2 Kontaveit

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Serena Williams is showing she can still compete as well as anyone in tennis

The legend may be in the final stage of her career, but her skills and the topsy-turvy state of women’s tennis have kept the door open for more history

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