What I learned from my biggest loss with Venus Williams 

Vee, please continue these videos. As some other people mentioned in the comments, it feels like we are friends and having a coffee together remembering some stories.

You are incredible. You didn't lose anything, you obtained knowledge.

One of your greatest matches for me was the Wimbledon 2005 against Lindsey Davenport. You were down to match point twice, but you kept fighting and bringing it, until you finally were in the lead at 8-7 after trailing the entire match. I had tears in my eyes, I was so proud of you! You wanted it, and you took it. Great job!!!👏👏👑🏆♥️

I remember watching this match… I cried. I was happy for Serena but devastated for V. It taught me 1) leave everything on the table 2) don’t wait for someone else to make my dreams. Just do it!!

" you can be better , don't be afraid if you had bad moments , it's just a moment , it's not forever and those are the moments you can learn from " AMAZING QUOTE from an AMAZING STAR 🙏❤

Don't forget Venus in your first grand slam win you played hingis in the quarter finals in a three set battle, you used the lesson to beat her and win the slam. Love you so much❤❤❤

Incedible insight cuz I've always noticed that when Venus is down in a match she goes for her shots even more. She never waits for her opponent to miss match point down. It really was a pivotal moment in her career and it stayed with her! ❤

That was such a close match, and it could have went either way. Hingis had just a little more experience in those moments at that point. I thought you took enough out of Hingis that she was all set for Serena to finish the job. As much as we celebrated watching Serena win in 1999, Wimb 2000 had all of us rejoicing right along with you. That celebration at the end of the match was unforgettable, one for the ages! Such a role model!

it’s so great to me that you can admit this years later your sister gave you this great advice. and that you can admit that you don’t feel like you worked hard enough. beautiful story. thanks vee!

Feels as if I’m sitting and enjoying conversation with a good friend. I’m hopeful that your message reaches many young aspiring athletes around the globe. 🌸🐝

Thank you, Venus. You changed MY life…yours was the first tennis match I ever saw live (US Open 2001) and I fell in love with game immediately. 22 years later and it’s one of the things that brings me the greatest highs (and lows, whenever you lose). I’ll be at at the us open 2023 and I have Armstrong. I know you deserve to and should always be at Ashe, but I hope they put you in Armstrong first round. 🤞🏽🤞🏽

Rooting for you at the US Open, the real Queen. You're still winning against young players thats a real deal.

Looking forward to watching you playing again ❤

Thank you so much for this! I'm not a young'un, and my biggest loss, embarassment was when I played "What Child is This" at my recital! OMG!! It was so horrible I wanted to jump up and run--but I stayed, bowed, cried and made a promise -- NEVER PLAY A RECOGNIZABLE PIECE AT A RECITAL! 😝LOL! This is good stuff! Thank you again Queen Vee!🥰

"if you just want it, but you're not doing what it takes, it's just called wanting it".....I needed to hear this. Thank you.

I always cheered for Venus to win she's my boo 😍👍

Venus this was a great lesson. I remember that match. I watched both you and Serena's matches. I remember how disappointed you were. I also remember when the camera focused on Serena and she had a look on her face which said, " I am going to kick your butt in the final for beating my sister!" And she did in that tie break. Venus you are right the next year you did win your first US Open but before that you won your First Grand Slam of your career at Wimbleon! Then the following year you won both titles for a second year in a row! You are your sister are amazing! Love both of you.

Venus you are such a role model. You have inspired me. You are so blessed with a wonderful family. Your parents thought you and your sisters so well, the way you guys support each other is so incredible. I love the way you turned that loss around, and learned and adjusted and won the tournament the following year. In the words of 311 "You've got to trust your instinct And let go of regret You've got to bet onyourself now star 'Cause that's your best bet"

Yes V this is awesome!!! We’d love to hear what winning WIMBLEDON for the 1st time was like for you! Me and my lil sister were so inspired by you, losses and wins we started playing tennis that same year because we wanted to be like you guys and we emulated you all so much our coach used to think we were dancing in practice with doing the fast feet, swing volleys all the time, big cross court forehands and running backhands down the line LOL you inspired and continue to inspire us as we gotten multiple achievements in our lives! Not being afraid to be first or a leader!!! Thank u the DMV loves you guys!!! Wish yallybring back the Williams Sisters Tour 😅

Most people can only imagine the energy level of competition in those arenas. Yet, I appreciate your decomposing the scenario to make it relatable to the masses. This story is a brilliant example of taking ownership of ones own future and being committed to excellence.

I remember watching you watching Serena in that final. Venus, it was quite obvious to this viewer that you were extremely disappointed. Of course, you cheered your sister on, but you simply couldn't hide your own disappointment. I think many tennis fans expected you to win the first Grand Slam since you were the older sister. Alas, it wasn't meant to be. Fortunately, it proved to be a seminal moment in your maturing as a person and tennis player which in the end would be to your benefit. Thank you for sharing this valuable personal lesson. I'm loving watching you compete now even after all these years. You're beating some highly ranked players. You just need more consistency and more matches to get there. All the best . . .

OK this is a great video and love hearing about this match but what impresses me even more is that you did it in ONE TAKE! It's like no biggie I'll sit down do a fluid engaging video thanks and bye.

The Williams sisters' rivalry with Hingis has undoubtedly increased the popularity of women's tennis. I was initially a fan of her Hingis, but I was very impressed with how you sisters grew up to beat her. It's been so many years and I was so happy to see you and Hingis playing doubles together at an exhibition. And while you played that legendary match with Kimiko Date at Wimbledon, I admire your passion for tennis that continues to play until she's the same age.

Wow, V. Thank you for putting this out there for all of us who love and respect you to learn from. I remember well the loss you talked about and when I saw the headline for this video I was certain it would be the one. I am so proud to be among your greatest fans. Enjoy the US Open!

It feels so good to see you playing so well. Rooting for you at the US Open !!!

Great video. That match was a heartbreaker. Even now, you’re making progress. Keep fighting and persevering. ❤ We’ve got your back. Great things are still to come for you.

It takes courage to admit our mistakes, shortfalls, and imperfections. You my dear are a superhero!!!! Thanks for humanizing yourself and showing all of us how you’ve gone through growing pains and disappointments. Thanks for declaring how you invested time in yourself to learn from your losses and to push forward to become a better you. You are truly inspiring 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

Love this!!! Thank you for sharing this!! Love the reflection on those matches!!! Best of luck at the open rooting for you!!!

Of course! I remember very well. You were looking so pretty in your black outfit during the final. But you were also looking sad not to be playing. Yes, Serena showed you this time, but you are the one who opened all the doors and taked most of the pressure before that tournement. Also, Serena was 15 months younger, when King Richard judged that you were old enough to learn tennis. This is an advantage for sure, but it is impossible to mesure it.

Thank you for articulating this, I feel myself holding back sometimes and I can see that to win it, you’ve got to give all of yourself. I think the world of you Venus. x

truly inspiring. I'm still watching your matches even up to this date!

Thank you Venus

That was great to listen to and you did it in one take, wow! Honest and genuine! I remember that match, I could watch it over and over. Good luck in the US Open, coming from Hingis's fan 😉

I really appreciate your honesty here Venus. You've seen and experienced so much that it's so inspiring to hear you talk about your incredible career. Tennis is a brutal sport, thank you for being so candid. Lots of love from the UK!

Venus, Absolutely incredible advice, that’s relevant on so many levels of life, honest and from the heart. I guess it’s really true what’s said that “what comes from the heart, enters the heart “ ❤ Thanks Venus!

This is great advice you can learn from anyone, older or younger and hard work and dedication is required.

Thank you, Venus! You have always been an inspiration, and I know you will continue to be an inspiration.

its how you deal with your losses that will decide how you will have your victories. in tennis, and in life

Love it, thank you Queen Vee! More re-watch videos are always so fun and absolutely fascinating to see your point of view to compare it to our point of view as your fans! 😍

Love it! We continue to grow every day. Great lesson learned. Thanks for the post. Oh by the way I’m not sure you will remember, but you came by the Set and Baldwin Hills when we were shooting Roswell I was the assistant prop master on the show anyway obviously things turned out wonderful continued success!!!

Losses make us learn more, One can never be successful without the losses. Thanks for motivating V !!!

I remember when you won at the US open it was an amazing game.

Be with us forever, Vee! So happy to hear these powerful words from you. Thanks a lot 👑✨🥇

Love this! Such an inspiration! I would love to have a video about your biggest win as well.

You are such a great storyteller! Hope your lend your voice to the tennis world for MANY MANY years to come!

I learned the same thing. Winning all the time is not the best thing. Challenging myself against all with the desire to put in my best efforts has proven to be more effective.

This was a great insight V, especially the part about also learning from your wins. I wish hingis was able to have an extended career. Imagine how good your rivalry with her could have been.

Thanks Venus for sharing your experience. I needed to hear this...❤

You are an amazing person. You are a great example of what growth and inspiration is all about. Young girls take note.

Another great video. Can't wait for the next one. All the best, Vee!

So much wisdom. Thank you for sharing, queen! ❤

I’m proud of you and your dad as well raising 2 legends! What an achievement! Yes please we want more of these videos! Thank you!

This video is amazing. Very applicable both on & off the court. Thank you. 👊🏽

Great video Venus...your stories and life experiences are so inspiring! Keep up the nice work!

Esportes ensinam tanto! Quanta humildade dela em compartilhar essa experiência com o seu público...Adoro o jeito dela de demonstrar seus aprendizados e pontos de vista. ❤🇧🇷

Venus, I’m so proud of you. You are a pioneer in tennis and had to kick down doors. You did this with style and grace all while not taking no bullsharks. I wish you the best and I pray for your health and happiness. ❤

I don’t play tennis I’m 73 but I enjoy watching you play and I really enjoy your videos we get to know you better as a person thank you for sharing I’m sure the things you say will help people

This was so uplifting! Thank you for sharing and yes, more please! 🙏🏽

Thanks for being open and sharing. ❤

Venus, this was the most impactful message you've provided us. I am not lying. I am sitting here telling myself that I've wanted many things "too much" and your message resonates so strongly with me: "If you just want it and not willing to do what it takes to get it, it’s just called 'wanting it'". I am changing my perspective right now! And to answer your question, my biggest win to date is having my grandfather attend my law school graduation and watching me give the commencement speech.

Beautiful! Inspiring. I'm keeping this one. Over the decades, I have listened to your interviews after matches. I thought to my self, "Wow, that was really good." and I wrote down what you said so I could remember it. So, I'd really like to hear more of these. I need the wisdom and encouragement. Thank you, this is very interesting.

That.....was so eye opening imean like seriously I'm a player and like it's very relatable. I learn a lot from this channel but id say this video was the best of them all. I feel like I can do better I really do and once I get there I will never forget this video and thank you sooo much Venus for paving the way and acting as an inspiration . I feel like this will change me . And if it does I'm content with this piece of advice.

I like what you said " I chose not to do better" explaining your loss giving yourself and also us the hope that you can always make the right choices after making the wrong ones 🙂

It's amazing that you can point that specific instance and that be a trigger for your motivation to win Grand Slams. We as fans, even at that time was sure you would win and win you did.

Venus is so impressive. You brought so much joy Venus out on those tennis courts; keep up the good work in all that you do.

I drank this video up! We need more insight videos like this so that we are all champions in our own lives. Thank you Venus❤

Love you Venus all the way.. matches experience, hard work, getting through a tough injury all of that between 1999 and 2000 and you cameback stronger than ever. ❤

I grew up admiring you and Serena;you were "the dream". Can't tell you how exciting it is to hear this ;it's like the big sis sharing wisdom. Am on my 5th round of listening...this lesson holds so true in life. Much love from Uganda 🇺🇬

Thanks for sharing your experience, Venus. It was insightful and gave me a prompt to reflect on my losses in athletics.

I find it interesting that you say you didn't have heart,because that's the one thing I always say about you. You always go down swinging and never give in until the last point. I guess that experience is where you got that drive. Loved this video. Thanks for sharing this.❤

Amazing advice, motivating. Thank you champ!

So Inspiring and self aware. This mentality is going to get you far in the US Open

Thanks so much for your humanity, your humility and sincerity. You are a role model to many because of these great traits in your character. Best wishes!

Thank you for your honesty & vulnerability in testifying your account🎾

Literally exactly what I needed to hear for where I'm at in my tennis journey. Thank you so so so much, Venus.

thank You for sharing this Vee, I think it is a great type of video for your channel for the future - your past experiences that we can learn from, in every way :) have a nice day, I hope many more vids to come! :D

hi VENUS, it was really inspiring watching you win your recent tennis match against Veronika Kudermetova in Cincinnati. Best of Luck at the US Open in August/September!! Much Love! ❤

Hi Vee. This is a great day in my life listening to your account of the events that day. That was one rainy day and it passed away. Take my subscription 💕💕💕

I had a string of losses in tournaments and would say the right things to myself about not giving up or focusing on the positives, and would just get back to work. But it wasn’t until I let myself break down in my car for a few minutes that I realized just how bad I wanted it. I went back with a different motivation that turned things around in my game. I learned that athletes do need to have a strong mindset, but allowing yourself to feel genuinely, good and bad, keeps you hungry.

One of the best videos Miss. Venus. Goosebumps

Hope you learned to never give up Luv you V 🙋🏽‍♀️

I love this video and I identified my biggest win and loss but they’re private so decided not to post to the public but I would 100% tell you what they were!

Waoh😮 raw, honest and pure! Thank you once again V! My biggest win is probably understanding that I am my biggest limitation. Ever since I‘ve learned that I must work on my mindset to change my life. On another note, it would be interesting to see what a pro post match routine looks like. Do you really need 3-4 hours from the moment you step of court until you reach your hotel room?

I love listening to you Venus! You are so inspiring and real…thank you for sharing! X

Venus, it’s a gift to watch you play!

I knew straight away it would be this match.

Kind of iconic that the next year she WON the semi final against Hingis once again (in one of the most epic matches ever). Also beat her on the way to her first Wimbledon title. Hingis was an early roadblock for her in the slams and it's great to see how she learned from her mistakes.

Wise, engaging content. Won't find this anywhere else. ❤️

Thank you for this video Venus! That is so inspiring, both you and Serena are so inspiring! Can you talk about daily routines and habits in your next video please!! I would love to see a video about that! 😊🎾

You & Serena have always orbited around each other, that's what makes your life so inspiring and unique (totally got points for an assist during the 99 final)

The best advice. Thank you Venus, it's heartfelt. 🙂❤

I remember watching that match! The rivalry between Martina Hingis and The Williams sisters was totally amazing! 💛👑🎾 That match and many others were simply great! I personally would love to hear more about theses matches and that rivalry; always intense, great quality! I was always waiting for a Hingis/Williams Queens of tennis 🎾 Thank you dear Venus 💛

I needed to hear this today! Thank you!

Thank you Venus for your message of optimism and life lesson. Tennis is like life,. There are moments in our lives when we have good experiences or bad experiences (at work, office, at school, at university, etc.). The important thing is to believe in yourself. Thank you Venus. You are our Queen!!!!

I am 41 years old still trying to obtain my driver's license. The motivation in this video is encouraging

When I saw the title, my mind quickly went through my little rolodex of VW losses, and I promise you, I knew exactly what match you were going to talk about! I've seen you win some tough ones and lose some even tougher ones. Wimbledon 05 Final nearly gave me a heart attack!

Hey V. First of all you are a great teacher. So, Why don't you create one of the USA sport or tennis facility to give those great advice to the younger generation? Second your experience from your real life and advice talks more. Honestly the American generation needs advice on court on a daily basis. But Thank you for sharing that is one of the greatest experiences you have ever shared in your videos, and the great advice you can give to any one, not only tennis players but to all people.

What a powerful video! True you should always learn from failures as it is just moments in time to improve.

Greatest insights about the loss and win and how to work on those and move forward

Thank you Venus. You are a legend among legends!