Arr, Venus Williams be sharing her lack of readiness at the Canadian Open, as the airline be losin' her plunder: 'Twas nary a trace!'
2023-08-16
Arr, me hearties! Venus Williams, the fair lass, be laughin' off her misfortune o' losin' her trunks whilst sailin' to the Canadian Open. Yet, fear ye not, for she be triumphin' at the Western & Southern Open, provin' that fortune favors the bold!
Seven-time Grand Slam champion Venus Williams is known for her relentless determination both on and off the tennis court. This includes her recent pursuit of her lost suitcase, a result of American Airlines mishandling her luggage. After her first-round victory at the Western & Southern Open, Williams shared her experience of tirelessly calling the airline to track down her bags. She even admitted to calling every hour and speaking to multiple agents in her relentless pursuit to retrieve her belongings. The incident took place as Williams was traveling to Montreal for the Canadian Open. Frustrated by the mishap, she took to Instagram to question why her bag was headed to the Bahamas instead of Canada. She expressed her annoyance at spending three days trying to retrieve her bags and the inconvenience it caused her preparation for the tournament. Despite the disruption, Williams maintained her good humor and appreciation for American Airlines. She acknowledged that the incident had impacted her preparation but didn’t let it affect her performance on the court. Although she lost her match to Madison Keys, Williams remained forgiving and understanding, stating, "Oh, it happens. I forgive and forget." Nevertheless, Williams' victory over Veronika Kudermetova at the Western & Southern Open was a significant achievement, as it marked her first win over a top-20 player in four years. The U.S. Tennis Association also announced that she has been granted a wild card spot in the upcoming U.S. Open, adding to her impressive record at the tournament, where she has previously won in 2000 and 2001. Despite the luggage mishap, Williams' determination, resilience, and sense of humor have not wavered, making her a force to be reckoned with both on and off the court.