Serena Williams and Alexis Olympia Ohanian Jr. served up a sweet mother-daughter moment at the U.S. Open on Aug. 29.
The tennis star, 40, arrived at Arthur Ashe Stadium in Flushing, New York in a black, embellished bodice and tutu skirt by Nike, with the brand noting the sparkles were “inspired by the night sky above center court.” The outfit also originally contained six layers to represent her six U.S. Open singles titles, but as Serena told Gayle King in a post-match interview, she “took four out because it was too heavy.”
Olympia twinned with her mom in a matching ensemble as she cheered from the stands along with Serena’s husband Alexis Ohanian, sister Isha Price and mother Oracene Price. The 4-year-old also wore braids with white beads, just as Serena did when she first won the U.S. Open in 1999.
“It was either her wear beads or me,” Serena told reporters during a post-match interview. “I wanted to do it, but I just didn’t have the time. She asks to wear beads a lot. It actually wasn’t my idea, but I was so happy when she had them on. It’s perfect on her.”
Serena also kept her little one close with her sneakers, rocking a pair of shoes from Nike and her brand Serena Williams Jewelry that featured 1.5-carat, solid gold deubrés that spelled out “mama” and “queen.”
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Olympia rooted for Serena—even snapping a few photos with her disposable camera—as the 23-time Grand Slam singles champion faced off against Danka Kovinić and won the first round of the tournament.
After the match, there was a tribute to Serena, her career and her legacy. The athlete announced her retirement from tennis—or as she put it “evolution” away from the sport—in an essay for Vogue earlier this month, noting she wants to focus on her venture capital firm Serena Ventures and grow her family.
So what does Olympia think about her stepping away from tennis? “Olympia doesn’t like when I play tennis,” Serena told TIME magazine in a new interview, noting the child replied with a fist-pumping “Yes!” The athlete then added, “That kind of makes me sad. And brings anxiety to my heart. It’s hard to completely commit when your flesh and blood is saying, Aw.”
To see more of Olympia’s adorable moments from over the years, keep scrolling.
InstagramSmart and Strong
…Like Her Mama.
InstagramSleeping Beauty
Zzzzzzz…
Snapchat / Serena WilliamsMommy and Daughter
Serena and her little girl love Snapchat!
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InstagramPretty in Pink
“Making moves,” read the caption on the photo, posted on the child’s Instagram page.
InstagramBaby’s First Halloween
“When you realize you’re the hero Gotham needs,” read the caption on the photo, posted on the child’s Instagram page.
InstagramBath Time
Serena posted on her Instagram page this photo of Alexis and 𝚋𝚊𝚋𝚢 Alexis, writing, “We love bath time.”
InstagramBling
Serena showcases her new wedding ring in this adorable pic of her daughter.
InstagramTeddy Bear Cutie
“Wait till I see you S,” read the caption to this photo, posted on the child’s Instagram page in December 2017.
InstagramQuality Time With Auntie
Olympia appears with Serena’s sister Isha Price.
InstagramPow!
“Dad & I hit the gym hard today,” read the caption to this photo, posted on the child’s Instagram page in December 2017.
InstagramTwinning
Mommy and daughter are twinsies!
InstagramNew Year’s Eve
The happy mama has some fun on Snapchat.
InstagramDress Up Time
Serena’s 𝚋𝚊𝚋𝚢 girl rocks a Janie and Jack’s striped sweater dress on Instagram Stories.
InstagramSock Hop Style
Introducing the most stylish mother-daughter duo!
Instagram/Serena WilliamsCoolest Kid
Olympia meets LL Cool J.
Instagram/Serena WilliamsTwins
Serena and Olympia rock matching pink.
Instagram/Serena WilliamsSleeping Beauty
Even though she’s dressed like Snow White, Olympia channels Sleeping Beauty during nap time.
Instagram/Serena WilliamsTea Time
“olympiaohanian loves her afternoon tea,” Serena captioned this July 2022 snap, “and cheering for mama.”
Instagram/Serena WilliamsZoom Squad
Olympia rides around a golf car with mom Serena and dad Alexis Ohanian Sr.
Instagram/Alexis OhanianBig Sister Alert
Olympia became a big sister when Serena gave birth to daughter Adira River Ohanian in August 2023.
Instagram/Alexis OhanianPrecious Moments
The tiny tot is all smiles when she meets her little sister for the first time.
