United States Championship 2022

Serena Williams' reaction drove the US crazy, the crowd drove Contebate crazy

LeBron, Steph, Tiger Woods and the stars praised Serena Williams after the exciting victory in the USA ("I've never seen anything like this!"), but again the behavior of the "tough" crowd in New York drew criticism

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01/09/2022

Thursday, September 01, 2022, 09:42 Updated: 09:51

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Serena Williams continues to excite the USA, and writes another chapter in her tremendous career, with another impressive victory. The American, who declared before the United States Championship that it would probably be the last tournament of her career, won tonight 6:7 (4), 6:2, 2 6: On World No. 2 Annette Contebait in front of an electrified crowd at the Arthur Ashe Stadium. Even at the age of 40, Serena looked excellent, and won after three sets and two hours and 27 minutes. When asked if she was surprised by her ability and the level she is showing, the decorated tennis player replied with a smile: "I am Just Serena."

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"I love the crowd, it's fantastic, I still have a little bit left in me," said Serena, who will meet the 29-year-old Australian Ila Tomlianovic (46 in the world) in the third round, "I love the challenge, and surpass the challenge, and in the last two matches it's really Connect. After I lost the second set, I told myself that I would have to give my best. I'm super competitive, and I see everything that happens here as a bonus. I have nothing to lose. I've had an X on my back since 1999."

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Reactions in the US were enthusiastic. LeBron James was excited at home and made a GOAT gesture, and Stephen Curry tweeted "She's not done yet, Serena." Camilla Harris, the vice president of the United States, tweeted: "Thank you Serena, for inspiring An inspiration all over the world with your talent, nobility and determination on and off the field. We all celebrate what you are, what you were and what still awaits us."

Chris Paul: "I've never seen anything like what Serena Williams is doing!!! Everyone everywhere is watching her and cheering her on what she's doing. I'm a big fan, and I'm enjoying every minute!".

Tiger Woods: "It was a privilege to watch greatness. Congratulations Serena."

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On the other hand, the Estonian Ante Contebeit looked stunned throughout the match, and was unable to function in the decisive match against the backdrop of the massive pressure and encouragement of the local crowd for Serena.

On the network again, many criticized the behavior of the crowd in the USA (despite the understandable enthusiasm). At the press conference Cantabite tried not to criticize the crowd in New York, and only said that it was "difficult" and that "I have never faced anything like this." By the way, during the game Serena herself asked the audience to calm down in their reactions, after boos and unsportsmanlike behavior.

burst into tears.

Kontabite (Photo: GettyImages)

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When the questions in English ended and Contbaite was asked about the issue by an Estonian journalist, she burst into tears and left the press conference after the first question.

Tomlianovic, Williams' opponent in the third round, has qualified for the Wimbledon quarterfinals and is in good form.

"It will be a night I won't forget," she said of the meeting that awaits her with Serena, "this is someone I adored as a child."

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