Serena Williams made headlines after her reaction to sister Venus Williams’ success with a new doubles partner at the US Open 2025. The moment captured both the pride and sibling rivalry that have long defined the Williams sisters. Fans picked up on Serena’s subtle envy as Venus advanced alongside Canadian star Leylah Fernandez.
During one match, cameras caught Serena watching from the stands. Her half-smile and playful gestures suggested she was proud of Venus but also hinted at a touch of jealousy. For decades, Serena and Venus were nearly inseparable on the doubles court, dominating together and creating one of the most iconic partnerships in tennis history. Seeing Venus laugh and bond with someone new struck an emotional chord for many fans.
The Williams sisters are regarded as one of the greatest doubles duos of all time. Together, they collected 14 Grand Slam doubles titles and remarkably never lost a Slam final as a pair. Their chemistry and dominance set a standard in the sport that few have matched.
At this year’s US Open, Venus accepted a wild card to partner with Fernandez. The new team stunned the No. 6 seeds Lyudmyla Kichenok and Ellen Perez in their opener and pushed through to the quarterfinals before losing to the world’s top-ranked duo, Taylor Townsend and Katerina Siniaková, in straight sets. Despite the defeat, their teamwork impressed many—and seemed to stir emotions for Serena.
Venus, now 45, remains the most decorated Olympic tennis player with five medals, including four golds. Serena boasts four Olympic golds of her own, three won alongside Venus. Beyond doubles, Serena’s 23 Grand Slam singles titles stand as the most in the Open Era, while Venus reached World No. 1 for 11 weeks. Their combined achievements continue to inspire generations of players.
Clips of Serena’s reaction quickly went viral online. Some saw her expression as playful jealousy, while others viewed it as a bittersweet reminder of just how special the Williams sisters’ partnership was. As BBC Sport noted, their doubles run was every bit as historic as their singles triumphs.
For fans, this moment reinforced the idea that the Williams sisters will forever be linked—no matter who else they play alongside. Venus’ continued presence on court and Serena’s role as a retired icon and commentator keep their story alive in the sport.
In the end, Serena’s reaction wasn’t just about envy—it was a testament to the deep bond she shares with her sister. While Venus enjoyed new success with Fernandez, the world was reminded that Serena and Venus’ legacy is built on love, rivalry, and history both on and off the court.
