SERENA WILLIAMS

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Serena Williams loses to Ajla Tomljanovic in US Open farewell

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The 23-time Grand Slam Champion lost 7-5, 6-7, 6-1 in the third round at Flushing Meadows on Friday

"It's been the most incredible ride and journey I've ever been on in my life," "I'm so grateful to every single person that's ever said, 'Go, Serena!' in their life." Williams said in Tears.

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The first came in 1999 in New York, when Williams was just 17. Now she's married and a mother; her daughter, Olympia, turned 5 on Thursday.

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The best thing you can say about Serena Williams is that she played tennis unlike anyone before her and at the same time her style can't be imitated, aside from the awards and records. She has a uniqueness to her brilliance.

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"It all started with my parents and they deserve everything, so I'm really grateful for them," she said. "Oh my God. These are happy tears, I guess, I don't know. And I wouldn't be Serena if there wasn't Venus. So, thank you, Venus. … She's the only reason Serena Williams ever existed."

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Williams, a 23-time Grand Slam victor, was an unseeded player in the 21st US Open. In the first round, she defeated Danka Kovinic, a player she had never played before, and then in the second round, she defeated No. 2 seed Anett Kontaveit. Williams lost to Ajla Tomljanovic in the third round, ending her tournament.

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