Williams, marching through this tournament, was hoping to win her first Grand Slam title after giving birth to her daughter last year. But on closer examination, it’s also true that this umpire has been tough on top male players, too. Williams’s tirade wasn’t a pretty moment for a woman who is an icon for women, female athletes, African-Americans and working mothers. She’s so much better than the Serena Williams who showed up on Saturday. He gave Williams a warning for receiving coaching in the second set.

Source: New York Times September 10, 2018 00:10 UTC