"There will never be another Serena Williams": Tennis legend celebrated by athlete Jackie Joyner-Kersee

Three-time Olympic gold winner Jackie Joyner-Kersee believes there will never be another Serena Williams.

The 42-year-old is often regarded as the greatest women’s singles in the history of the Open era, having won 23 Grand Slam titles.

Joyner-Kersee, who won three Gold medals in the track and field category in 1988 and 1992, was quoted in a report where she heaped praise on Serena and stated that it is unlikely to have another player of similar quality.

"There will never be another Serena,” she said. “But there will be someone else because what Serena has been able to do is set the standard and I don't even think Serena wants that.

“I do know she'll continue to be a part of the pages and chapters of books, newspapers, and magazines so everyone can learn.

"Serena has evolved and she will continue to evolve. People are embracing her as being more than just a tennis player. She's an advocate who fights for gender equality and when there's injustice, she's out there fighting for justice and she will continue to do that."

Serena retired from the sport last year after struggling with fitness concerns and a dip in form.

In total, the Atlanta-born ended up winning 73 titles in her illustrious career that lasted for more than 25 years.