See how Serena Williams became one of the all-time greats in the sport with this incredible tribute to her mother, Margaret Young, in her 20s. Williams’ tribute was recorded for the documentary ‘Margaret’: The Unforgettable Story of Motherhood.’
From left, Margaret Young, Serena Williams, mother of the tennis player, and her husband, Patrick Soon-Shiong, with her sons, Marcus and Patrick.
Margaret Young was an exceptional tennis player and mother – so much so that she’s now one of the all-time greats in the sport. Margaret, Serena’s mother, died in 2008 at the age of 57. Serena, 32, has since given birth to children Marcus, 10, and Patrick, 13 months.
From left, Margaret and Serena Williams, mother and daughter, at Serena’s wedding to Patrick Soon-Shiong, in 1999, three years after Serena’s mother, Margaret Young, died.
The moment Margaret Young took her place on the baseline during the fourth set of a match between Margaret and her daughter, Serena, is etched in memory.
From left, Margaret Young, Serena Williams, mother of the tennis player, and her husband, Patrick Soon-Shiong, with her sons, Marcus and Patrick.
Serena Williams, who has won eight Grand Slam titles, including one last year, says the best way to honor her mother and father is to get back to the competition that gave her a chance in the first place.
From left, Margaret Young, Serena Williams, mother of the tennis player, and her husband, Patrick Soon-Shiong, with her sons, Marcus and Patrick.
Serena Williams says her mother’s love and support made the most of her short life.
Serena Williams is all smiles as she returns to the court after winning the French Open for the first time. US Open champion, Serena, 34, won her first Grand Slam singles title, and her first major since winning the Australian Open in January.
It’s been three days since Serena lost her US Open title match against Sloane Stephens, a 3
