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Serena Williams Breaks Down After Defeat Against Naomi Osaka

Author Laila Abuelhawa
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 18: Serena Williams of the United States plays a backhand in her Women’s Singles Semifinals match against Naomi Osaka of Japan during day 11 of the 2021 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on February 18, 2021 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Mackenzie Sweetnam/Getty Images)

Serena Williams fought back tears during her post-match press conference, after suffering a defeat in the semi-finals against Naomi Osaka in the Australian Open yesterday. Williams said, “Honestly, it was opportunities where I could have won. I could have been up 5-0. It was a big error day for me,” according to Yahoo News. Reporters asked what caused the errors, as Williams, with tears in her eyes says, “I don’t know. I’m done,” cutting the press conference short.

Congratulations on a great fortnight, @serenawilliams.

We can't wait to see you back here next year 💕#AusOpen | #AO2021 pic.twitter.com/ccugVe6lcj

— #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen)

Congratulations on a great fortnight, @serenawilliams.

We can't wait to see you back here next year 💕#AusOpen | #AO2021 pic.twitter.com/ccugVe6lcj

— #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) February 18, 2021?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 18, 2021?s=20">?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 18, 2021?s=20

Williams had a 2-0 lead in her match against Osaka, until she took over in winning the next five games. After the match, Williams took a moment to acknowledge the crowd who was standing and applauding in respect for the 39-year-old tennis superstar. She raised her arm to wave back to the crowd, then placing her hand on her heart, according to ESPN. This gesture sparked questions on whether Williams was saying farewell to professional tennis. Williams said, “I don’t know. If I ever say farewell, I wouldn’t tell anyone.” When asked about it afterwards, she suggested it was an acknowledgment to the crowd.

Laila Abuelhawa is the Top 40 and Hip-Hop pop culture writer for Beasley Media Group. Being with the company for over three years, Laila's fierce and fabulous red-carpet rankings have earned her a feature on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert!' Her favorite stories are those surrounding the latest in celebrity fashion, television and film rankings, and how the world reacts to major celebrity news. With a background in journalism, Laila's stories ensure accuracy and offer background information on stars that you wouldn't have otherwise known. She prides herself in covering stories that inform the public about what is currently happening and what is to come in the ever-changing, ever-evolving media landscape.

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