Scott Clarke / ESPN Images(NEW YORK) — Serena Williams cruised through her opening U.S. Open match against Maria Sharapova, and her apparel became a big topic of discussion along with the speedy win in straight sets.
The 23-time Grand Slam winner sported a sleek shortened black bodysuit by Nike during the debut match at Arthur Ashe Stadium in Queens, N.Y.
And as usual, her outfit sparked a debate. Many loved the bold look.
Loving all the comments on Serena’s outfit. She just won that set in 24 minutes #Serena #USOpen
— Wendy (@9_stafford_fan) August 27, 2019
I want 2 go on the record 2 say if Serena Williams outfit isn’t trending it should be #USOpen2019 pic.twitter.com/Ps4NVHNxEz
— Erskine Edwards (@ErkdaRasta) August 27, 2019
Serena Williams is owning that court all while rocking that outfit #USOpen
— Tamara César (@tamaraatiscesar) August 27, 2019
Meanwhile, Serena Williams’ outfit #USOpen pic.twitter.com/h7vnAAIstt
— Frey (@JnrFrey) August 26, 2019
Others thought it wasn’t her best — and one Twitter user likened it to a scuba suit.
Oh Serena, please don’t. Please don’t wear that outfit. It’s just not good. This is a tennis match not a scuba dive. #USOpen #tennis
— Elaine Marshall ACWP (@ejerl) August 27, 2019
The 2018 U.S. Open runner-up was previously penalized for a “Black Panther”-inspired bodysuit at Roland Garros for the 2017 French Open.
Williams’s 6-1, 6-1 victory against Sharapova marked the 19th consecutive win against the Russian tennis player.
Post-U.S. Open competition, Williams’ fashion will again be on display, this time for her S by Serena label FW19 runway show on Sept. 10.
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