Tennis

Serena Williams, the undisputed GOAT of tennis, has weighed in on the critically acclaimed Hollywood film "Challengers," starring Zendaya as a former tennis prodigy. In an interview with The New York Times, Williams expressed her overall approval of the film, praising its accuracy and compelling interpersonal dynamics.While acknowledging the film's realistic portrayal of tennis, Williams found the relationships between the characters particularly relatable. She drew parallels between her own codependency with her sister Venus and the dynamics depicted in the film. "I feel like I was codependent with Venus," she said. "So I actually felt like there was so much accuracy in there about things that we don't think about as tennis players or even talk about as tennis players."Williams also appreciated the film's exploration of the loneliness that can accompany a tennis career. "There's definitely a lot of co-depending," she said. "You can also be a loner in tennis, so I don't know. ... I liked the movie. That's all I can say."Despite her positive review, Williams expressed a desire for a more conclusive ending. "I wanted there to be more of an ending," she said. "I told Zendaya, 'Listen, is there more? Like, I want more. Did they win?' I don’t want to give away the ending.""Challengers" has resonated with audiences worldwide, grossing nearly $50 million at the box office in the U.S. and over $92 million internationally. Its success underscores the film's ability to capture the complexities of the tennis world and the human relationships that shape it.

Matthew McConaughey's Tennis Passion Draws Attention from Novak DjokovicHollywood star Matthew McConaughey has showcased his love for tennis on social media, garnering the attention of world No. 1 Novak Djokovic. In an Instagram post, McConaughey shared a photo of himself on a tennis court, expressing his admiration for the sport."Love this game," McConaughey captioned the post, which received over 172,000 likes. Among the notable comments was one from Djokovic, who inquired about tips.Djokovic's interest in a potential hitting session with McConaughey stems from the actor's withdrawal from the upcoming ATP Masters 1000 event in Madrid. The Serbian star is expected to participate in the Rome tournament, but he has yet to secure a title this year.Other tennis personalities who commented on McConaughey's post included Tommy Paul, who praised his outfit, and Patrick Mouratoglou, who declared tennis as the "best sport in the world." Tennis Channel personality Prakash Amritraj revealed that he is a frequent hitting partner of McConaughey.McConaughey's passion for tennis is evident in his social media posts. He has previously shared videos of himself practicing on a court and has expressed his admiration for the sport's physical and mental challenges.The actor's love for tennis has resonated with fans and fellow players alike. His Instagram post has sparked conversations about the sport's appeal and the importance of staying active.