Serena williams shakes off pregnancy blues with wta return win
Serena Williams has made a triumphant return to professional tennis, winning her first match since giving birth to her daughter Alexis Olympia Ohanian Jr. in September 2017. The 36-year-old tennis superstar defeated Johanna Larsson of Sweden 6-1, 6-1 in the first round of the Australian Open on Tuesday.
Williams, who has been open about her struggles with postpartum depression and anxiety, said she was feeling "overwhelmed" and "lost" after giving birth. However, she has been working hard to get back in shape and has been open about her journey towards recovery.
"I'm just happy to be back on the court," Williams said in a post-match interview. "I've been working hard for this moment, and I'm just grateful to be here."
Williams' win was a dominant one, with the American ace winning 12 of the 14 games played. She was aggressive from the start, breaking Larsson's serve in the first game and never looking back.
The victory was a significant one for Williams, who is seeking to win her 24th Grand Slam title and equal Margaret Court's all-time record. She will face 22nd-seeded Ljudmila Samsonova of Russia in the second round.
Williams' return to tennis has been highly anticipated, and her win on Tuesday was met with widespread applause from the crowd. The American superstar has been an inspiration to many with her openness about her struggles with postpartum depression and anxiety, and her return to the court is a testament to her hard work and dedication.
"I'm just happy to be back on the court, and I'm just grateful to be here," Williams said. "I've been working hard for this moment, and I'm just happy to be able to share it with everyone."
Williams' win was also a significant one for her fans, who have been eagerly awaiting her return to the court. The American superstar has been a dominant force in women's tennis for over two decades, and her return to the sport is a welcome one.
"I'm just happy to be back on the court, and I'm just grateful to be here," Williams said. "I've been working hard for this moment, and I'm just happy to be able to share it with everyone."
Williams' win on Tuesday was a significant one, and it sets her up for a potential showdown with top-seeded Simona Halep in the quarterfinals. However, for now, Williams is just happy to be back on the court and competing at the highest level.
"I'm just happy to be back on the court, and I'm just grateful to be here," Williams said. "I've been working hard for this moment, and I'm just happy to be able to share it with everyone."