“Serena Williams is the prototype for how you can show women’s sports is and can be and should be on the same level as men’s,” said the tennis legend’s husband Alexis Ohanian, on CNBC’s Squawk Box in July 2024.

He knows what the 43-year-old has done in terms of revolutionizing the racket sport in two decades. The world is aware of that, he’s aware of that. But when it comes to making investments for the right causes, and successful ones, Ohanian’s the man to watch out for.

Williams knows it well, especially after what her husband has done lately in boosting women’s sports through various initiatives.

And she made it known to the world recently, showering praises on her beloved. So how did Alexis react to this ‘shoutout’ coming straight from the “GOAT”?

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On July 9, Ohanian took to his X account and shared a clip where Serena was seen praising his investment skills.

On a public forum, she began saying, “My husband Alexis Ohanian is I think the best VC investor there is to see what he’s done obviously with creating Reddit has been just remarkable” while adding “what he’s done for women’s sport, he started a whole movement of billions and billions of dollars that other people starting to invest because of what he did,”

But the biggest moment of pride for Ohanian came, when Serena simply called him “the GOAT of investing for me to firsthand see what it takes to be great and that realm it’s priceless having an opportunity to work with the best and be the best will create and help you understand and be really good as well” Feeling absolutely joyous and proud of his wife applauding him, Ohanian simply wrote, “When the GOAT calls you the GOAT…”

Serena Williams Proudly Shuts Down Claim of Professing Love to Husband Alexis Ohanian in Enchanting Throwback Tale

After hearing amazing words from his better half, how could he remain behind? Ohanian made it clear that it’s actually Serena due to whom he’s been able to do what he’s done.

Especially regarding the growth of women’s sports. “S says I’m the best investor — not for seeding ro, rippling, or flock — but for helping to kick off a movement to back women’s sports – truth is, being *married* to the best teaches you a lot about what greatness actually looks like 😉”s

Serena Williams is now part of the $1.16 billion worth WNBA

For the uninitiated, the WNBA is working on expanding the league to 18 teams by 2030. To make it happen, new clubs are getting introduced on a consistent basis.

For example, the Golden State Valkyries made their debut this season. And next year will see another new team in the ever-growing women’s basketball league.

This club will be known as the Toronto Tempo. And guess who’s got a key involvement in it? Yes, you guessed it right. None other than Serena Williams.

Earlier this year, it was announced that Williams would join the WNBA with a stake in Toronto Tempo, the first-ever team in WNBA history to be based outside of the United States.

Simply put, she’s now one of its main investors. On March 3, she took to her Instagram and shared a clip while confirming the news. “New court, new game. 🏀 I am incredibly excited to join the @torontotempo as the team’s newest owner.

Williams added, “This moment is not just about basketball; it is about showcasing the true value and potential of female athletes — I have always said that women’s sports are an incredible investment opportunity. I am excited to partner with Larry (Tanenbaum) and all of Canada in creating this new WNBA franchise and legacy.”

Apart from basketball, though, the 23-time slam queen is also part of other women’s sports. Alongside her husband, she’s also got a stake in the Angel City FC.

Plus, she’s a co-owner of the NFL’s Miami Dolphins and TGL’s Los Angeles Golf Club alongside Ohanian. Undoubtedly, the power couple is making commendable efforts to push women’s sports forward. Don’t you think? Let us know in the comments below.