Serena Williams, the legendary tennis player, recently made impactful statements about women’s recognition of their achievements and shared a surprising personal experience. During her podcast 'Stockton Street,' hosted with her sister Venus Williams, Serena emphasized that women are often not taught to celebrate their wins, unlike men who frequently enjoy their accomplishments publicly. She encouraged women to be proud and to celebrate their successes, including milestones like motherhood, winning awards, or career achievements. Williams highlighted how societal norms discourage women from expressing happiness about their victories, contrasting this with the celebratory attitude often seen among men. In addition to her advocacy, Serena shared a shocking incident from her career where she was accused by a WTA player of practicing 'witchcraft' and using 'black magic' to win matches. She recounted that the player claimed Serena and her team consulted a 'black magician,' which Serena dismissed as one of the craziest rumors she has heard. Williams, who retired in 2022 after a prolific career with 23 Grand Slam singles titles and numerous other accolades, was recently honored with the Princess of Asturias Award for Sports in Spain. She received the award from the Crown Princess of Asturias in a ceremony attended by Spain’s royal family, where she was celebrated for her contributions to tennis and her influence beyond the sport. Throughout her career, Serena won 39 Grand Slam titles, including seven Australian Open and Wimbledon titles each, and secured Olympic medals. Her achievements and advocacy continue to inspire, and her recent remarks underscore the ongoing challenges women face in celebrating their successes openly.