Serena Williams performed on stage on 09 February 2025 during the Apple Music Super Bowl Lix Hafatime Show at Caesar Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. Emil Chin/Getty Image/AFP
Tennis Great Serena Williams is the newest member of Toronto Tempo’s ownership group, the WNBA expansion franchise announced on Monday.
“New Court, New Game,” Team posted on X with a 15-second video, with Williams “Dribebling” with a tennis ball.
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Williams Kilmar Sports Ventures President head owner Larry Tannabam, whose holdings include NBA’s Toronto Rapter, NHL’s Toronto Maple Leafs and Toronto FC of MLS.
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“Serena Williams is an icon, an role model and a force for change in the world,” Tananbam said in a news release. “He has earned every bit of his incredible success with hard work, tenacity and determination in front of countless challenges. Who is the best for Tempo for whom – we may not be more honored for Serena in our court. ,
43 -year -old Williams won the 23 Grand Slam singles titles, which was a shy of records organized by Margaret Court. She was ranked number 1 for 319 weeks and earned around $ 95 million in prize money.
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Williams said, “I am thrilled to declare my ownership role in the first Canadian WNBA team, Toronto Tempo.” “This moment is not just about basketball; This is about showing the real value and ability of female athletes – I have always said that women’s games are an incredible investment opportunities. I am excited to partner with Larry and Canada in creating this new WNBA franchise and heritage. ,
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The WNBA’s 14th team was officially announced in May 2024, Tempo is the first team in the League located outside the United States. They will start playing in 2026.
The team stated that the role of Williams would include “the future jersey design, bringing the tempo visually”, including creating active participation and new business support.
“Serena is a champion,” said Teresa Ricch, team president. “He is the biggest athlete ever, and his influence on this team and this country is going to be incredible. They have set a bar for women in sports, business and world-and their commitment to use that success to create opportunities for other women is inspiring-we are thrilled to mark the lead-up for International Women’s Day with this announcement. ,
The team said Williams’ investment in Tempo is still on the final league approval.
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