Serena Williams has once again used her voice for something bigger than tennis — and this time, it’s about the health of women everywhere. The 23-time Grand Slam champion, businesswoman, and proud mom recently opened up in a powerful interview, saying women “deserve better” when it comes to their healthcare and the way their voices are heard — or too often, ignored.
For Serena, this issue hits home. After giving birth to her daughter Olympia in 2017, Serena nearly lost her life due to complications that were initially brushed off by doctors. If it can happen to Serena Williams, a global icon with resources and influence, what does that say for the everyday woman? “Too many women are dismissed, especially women of color,” Serena said. “Our pain isn’t always taken seriously — and that has to change.”
Serena’s mission now goes beyond raising awareness. She’s advocating for reform in how the medical community listens to and treats women. And more importantly, she wants her daughters — biological and metaphorical — to grow up trusting their intuition. “I want Olympia to always listen to her body. I want her to speak up if something doesn’t feel right,” Serena said. “That’s not weakness — that’s strength.”
The tennis legend also pointed out the pressure many women face to “push through” discomfort — in careers, motherhood, and even physical pain. “We’re taught to be tough, to be silent. But being tough doesn’t mean ignoring yourself. Real strength is knowing when something isn’t okay and fighting to be heard.”
It’s not the first time Serena has stepped into the advocacy spotlight. From launching her own venture capital firm focused on supporting women and people of color, to partnering with health organizations for maternal care initiatives, she’s making moves both on and off the court. And this message — that women deserve better — is just another example of her unmatched impact.
For fans of Serena, this moment isn’t surprising — but it is inspiring. Once a dominant force in tennis, she’s now using her platform to redefine what it means to win. Not just trophies, but battles for justice, health, and equality.
So while Serena might not be serving aces on the court anymore, she’s still breaking barriers — and serving up truth. Loud. Clear. And unapologetically female.
