Serena Williams, a name synonymous with dominance in women’s tennis, is much more than her 23 Grand Slam titles.

After two decades of rewriting history, the American icon decided to step away from the sport in 2022. Now a devoted mother, entrepreneur, and business powerhouse, Williams continues to inspire beyond the court. But recently, she shared an unexpected moment that left fans amused, offering a peek into her vibrant personality.

The 23-time Grand Slam champion took to X to share a lighthearted moment that had her fans smiling. In her post, she wrote, “Oh my God!! The craziest thing happened to me this morning. Do you wanna know? Well…. I woke up in a good mood.” The post showcased Serena’s signature humor and playful personality, proving once again why she’s adored both on and off the court.

However, this update comes after Williams opened up about her struggle with insomnia. On January 3, the American tennis legend took to TikTok during a late-night laundry session and reminded fans of her long-standing struggle with insomnia.

In the video, Williams can be seen tossing clothes into the washing machine at nearly 2 a.m. while hilariously realizing, “Oh wait, ew, those are not mine.” She explained her situation with a laugh, admitting, “It’s one fifty-six. I had coffee at like twelve o’clock and I just can’t sleep. So what do you do when you can’t sleep? One of my favorite things, laundry baby.”

This isn’t the first time Williams has opened up about her battle with sleepless nights. The younger Williams sister has admitted multiple times in the past that she struggles with insomnia. During an interview, she revealed, “I’m not a sleeper. I’m kind of like my dad, never slept much. I can really go off of five hours of sleep, but obviously, that’s not healthy. When I don’t get enough sleep I just can’t get a good workout. It’s low quality and I don’t have enough rejuvenation.”

Serena Williams has always been an open book when it comes to her personal life, sharing glimpses of her routines and quirks with her fans. The former World No.1 recently shared another personal victory on her social media.

On 30th December 2024, Serena Williams shared her weight loss journey on Instagram which had her fans cheering. Williams posted a video proudly showing off a denim Valentino maxi skirt that she could now fit into—a skirt that earlier this year had been too tight.

In the clip, the 43-year-old effortlessly slips into the skirt and jokes, “It fits. An ounce more, it wouldn’t fit. I’m a Laffy Taffy or Skittle away from it not fitting.” This achievement, however, wasn’t just about fashion. It marked a significant milestone in Serena’s fitness journey, which began in January after welcoming her second daughter, Adira River Ohanian.

The denim skirt had made an appearance in Williams’ social media posts earlier as well. Back then, she humorously struggled to pull it up and joked, “Houston, we got a problem,” as the skirt wouldn’t budge. But Williams wasn’t discouraged. With her trademark confidence, she declared, “I feel like if I go to the gym and get fit, I’ll be able to fit it … in a month.”

Months later, Williams’ determination paid off. Her latest post not only celebrated her progress but also highlighted her playful side, proving once again that she’s not just inspiring, but also relatable.

Serena William’s journey is a testament to her resilience. What’s next for the legendary athlete turned entrepreneur and mom?