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Serena Williams mad the big announcement today that she is going to retire from tennis.
In the new issue of Vogue she said "I don't want it to be over, but at the same time I'm ready for what's next."
However the retirement isn't happening at this very moment, she's hoping to still play in the US Open in New York later this month.
She also said she doesn't want a huge goodbye "But I'm not looking for some ceremonial, final on-court moment." she continued "I'm terrible at goodbyes, the world's worst. But please know that I am more grateful for you than I can ever express in words. You have carried me to so many wins and so many trophies. I'm going to miss that version of me, that girl who played tennis. And I'm going to miss you."