‘I’ll Never Forget’- Serena Williams Chokes Up Over Late Sister’s Memory in a Haunting Revelation About Their Bond

When tennis players are out on the court, battling it out against their opponents, the sounds we usually hear are the sharp cracks of tennis balls and the squeak of shoes skidding across the surface. But what we don’t hear, what we often miss entirely, is the inaudible rhythm of their inner struggles and emotions.

Deep down, beneath the fierce determination and focus, there’s a world of silent battles. One poignant example of this inner turmoil comes from the life of the legendary Serena Williams. Serena faced a heart-wrenching personal struggle that went beyond the game. The loss of her sister, Yetunde Price, was a devastating blow that shook her to her core.

The Williams family lost Yetunde Price on September 14, 2003, in a tragic shootout. Price was the half-sister of Serena and Venus and was the eldest of three. She also served as the personal assistant to the Williams sisters, besides being a part owner of a modest hair salon.

Sharing such a close bond could mean a lot to many and hence, the news of her demise shattered the entire family including the legendary tennis players, Serena Williams and Venus Williams. And for the former World No. 1, it is still a challenging task to overcome the grief.

The latest documentary on the life of Serena Williams, “In the Arena: Serena Williams,” was released on July 10. The first three episodes of the docuseries are now out.

In one of these episodes, the tennis player can be seen in tears as she recalls her sister and her death. “We got so close in those last six months. It was a miracle that I broke my muscle…. We were able to spend so much time together, and it was that I’ll never forget.”