Yes, Serena Williams wore a one-legged catsuit while competing in her first match at the Australian Open! The tennis icon’s bold look was inspired by the late Flo-Jo — a legendary Olympic sprinter, who was known for her one-legged styles on the track!
Serena Williams stepped out in style at the Australian Open on Sunday, February 7. For her first match, in which she defeated Germany’s Laura Siegemund, Serena, 39, debuted her latest Nike tennis look — a pink, red and black color-block catsuit with one leg. In an interview after the match, Serena said she was inspired by the late sprinting icon and 3-time Olympic gold medalist, Flo-Jo.
“I was inspired by Flo-Jo, who was a wonderful track athlete, amazing athlete, when I was growing up,” Serena said about the inspiration behind her Australian Open ensemble. “Watching her fashion, just always changing. Her outfits were always amazing.” The Women’s Tennis Association even posted a photo of Serena’s look to their Instagram, with the caption, “New year, new fit.”
"This year we thought of what can we do to keep elevating the Serena Williams on the court."
The story behind @serenawilliams's #AO2021 outfit ? #AusOpen pic.twitter.com/xpN288AXsp
— #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) February 8, 2021
Only the greats can pull this look off!
RIP Flo-Jo ?? pic.twitter.com/wrMKO17cqK
— The Undefeated (@TheUndefeated) February 8, 2021
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