These days, Serena Williams is soaking up retirement in serious style.
The 23-time Grand Slam champ may have stepped away from the court, but she’s still making waves—this time from the deck of a luxury yacht.
A Glamorous Getaway with a Side of Sass
Serena lit up Instagram on Thursday with a sizzling carousel of bikini photos from what looks like a dreamy yacht vacation.
The 43-year-old looked absolutely radiant, striking confident poses that flaunted her toned figure and post-tennis glow.
One standout shot shows her standing tall, one arm raised in the air, revealing defined abs and curves that would make any swimwear model proud.
Another pic captured her lounging near the edge of the boat in a sheer wrap and bikini top, with a stunning ocean view behind her.
“Me and my girls… are out in the streets tonight.
But we starting here,” she teased in the caption, showing off the glam squad she brought along for the ride.
Fans Gush… and Criticize
The photos immediately sparked buzz online, with followers flooding the comments section.
While many applauded her confidence and style, not everyone was on the same page.
Some fans raised eyebrows over how slim she looked, with one critic bluntly asking, “She’s too thin… why?” That simple comment opened the floodgates, sparking a mini debate among her followers.
Online Debate Over Serena’s Appearance
One user said they barely recognized her, remarking, “She’s definitely not thick anymore.”
Another added, “People forget she was even thinner between 1998 and 2007.”
But others were quick to jump to Serena’s defense.
“I dunno what ppl talking about—she still thick and healthy, let her live,” one fan wrote.
Another chimed in, “This is what she looked like around 2013 or 2014. She’s fine.”
And one especially passionate fan didn’t hold back: “They always got something to say.
Too thick, too muscular, too slim, married a white man, bleaching her skin… And then when they see she’s still dark-skinned, they blame lighting and makeup.
People just want to hate. Serena’s living her best life.”
Legacy That Goes Beyond Tennis
While her appearance may have divided opinion, there’s no denying Serena Williams’ legacy is still larger than life.
Even off the court, she commands attention.
Her final Grand Slam victory came in 2017 when she won the Australian Open—while pregnant with her first child.
Though she reached several more finals, including at the US Open and Wimbledon, she narrowly missed adding a 24th major to her record.
Still, Serena holds an incredible 23 Grand Slam singles titles, more than any other player in the Open Era.
She also spent 319 weeks as the world No. 1.
Family Life in the Spotlight
Outside tennis, Serena’s life is just as full. She married Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian in a star-studded New Orleans wedding in 2017.
That same year, they welcomed their first daughter, Olympia.
In August 2023, Serena gave birth to their second child, a baby girl named Adira River.
The family of four often shares sweet moments together, balancing fame with a grounded family vibe.
Sister Venus Still in the Game
Meanwhile, Serena’s big sister, Venus Williams, is keeping the family name alive in professional tennis.
At 45, Venus recently scored a wildcard entry into the DC Open, showing the world that passion and drive don’t come with an expiration date.
Though she hasn’t competed on the tour since March 2024, Venus’s return shows that she’s still got that competitive fire.