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.