Retired "Queen of Tennis" Serena Williams became co-owner of the new team of women's professional basketball (WNBA) in the United States. According to major foreign media reports such as the Associated Press and Reuters on the 5th, the WNBA Toronto Rhythm Club recently said that Serena Williams joined as a co-owner of the club.

Retired "Queen of Tennis" Serena Williams

The Toronto Rhythm Club, the 14th team in the WNBA and the first Canadian team, will be formed in 2026 and compete in the WNBA starting the 2026 season. Serena Williams said: "I am thrilled to be the owner of Toronto Tempo, Canada's first WNBA team. Basketball aside, this moment shows the true value and potential of female athletes. I have always stressed that women's sports are an amazing investment opportunity. ”

Serena Williams doesn't just play the role of team owner. Always showing a keen interest in fashion and design, she will also be involved in the design of the jersey and the development of the team's merchandise. Serena Williams has been running a fashion and interior design house since he was an athlete and has shown a versatile face.

Serena Williams is a "living legend" with 23 women's singles titles at a tennis Grand Slam. Since 1968, when professional players were allowed to compete in Grand Slam tournaments, no player has won more titles in a Grand Slam tournament than Serena Williams. Larry Tanenenbaum, President of Toronto's Rhythm Club, said: "Serena Williams is an icon and role model, a force behind changing the world. Serena Williams has achieved astonishing success with hard work, perseverance and determination while facing countless difficulties, showing the highest level that the team strives for. ”