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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Brittany Miller

Serena Williams’s ex-coach reveals ‘fights’ with tennis legend about her weight

  • Serena Williams's former coach, Patrick Mouratoglou, has discussed past disagreements with the tennis star regarding her weight.
  • Mouratoglou advised Williams to lose weight for improved tennis performance, especially after her pregnancies, citing concerns about movement and injury risk.
  • He clarified that his advice was solely focused on her athletic ability, not her appearance, despite Williams initially feeling judged.
  • Williams recently disclosed that she used a GLP-1 medication to lose 31 pounds, which she says has made her feel healthier and more active.
  • Mouratoglou suggested that if Williams had achieved this physical condition earlier, her on-court results would have been superior.

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