“…these are icons that have done a lot to promote and change the way the sport is perceived all over the world.”
Not necessarily Serena, IMO. Lest we forget her tirade in 2009 US Open semis at linesperson Shino Tsurubuchi for foot fault. Too graphic to restate herein, let’s just say it was a complete failure of sportsmanlike conduct; and no apology but rather “Let’s just put it behind us and look ahead.” No class.