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Serena Williams applauds her sisters victory after Venus Williams of the United States win against Elise Mertens of Belgium during the Women’s Singles round three match on Philippe-Chatrier Court at the 2017 French Open Tennis Tournament at Roland Garros on June 2nd, 2017 in Paris, France. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images) Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images
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Daily Dose: 9/13/17

Serena Williams wins hearts with story for newborn

Clinton Yates @clintonyates
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