VIDEO: "He's not better than me, I got 23 Slams he got 20": Tiafoe shares Serena Williams story in mixed doubles against Federer and Bencic

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Saturday, 08 July 2023 at 11:47
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In a recent interview, American tennis star Frances Tiafoe recalled his experience playing doubles alongside WTA legend Serena Williams against Roger Federer and Belinda Bencic at the Hopman Cup in 2019.
Tiafoe spoke on Williams' demeanor during the match, highlighting the 23-time Grand Slam champions spirit and mentality.

Williams summons championship pedigree

“We played mixed," recalled Tiafoe. "We’re playing Federer & Bencic. Roger’s acing her left, right & center. We sit down. She goes ‘Ugh! I don’t get it. He’s not better than me. I got 23 Slams, he got 20!”
The Swiss duo would go on to prevail 4-2 4-3 (5-3) in a Fast4 format, leaving fans thrilled at such a historic encounter.

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