Serena Williams gave birth to her second daughter, Adira, in August. She announced a month earlier, during the US Open, that she was “stepping away” from the sport.

The athlete now recognizes her influence on little female tennis players, a “truly incredible” aspect. She said she continues to train and continues to love tennis.. “I miss the outfits, I’m like, ‘Oh man. I want to wear these skirts again!'”