Simone Biles and Serena Williams: Legends of Two Different Sports Unite
Simone Biles, the 7-time Olympic gold medalist in gymnastics, and Serena Williams, the 23-time Grand Slam champion in tennis, recently shared a special moment at an event in Manhattan’s Meatpacking District. The event, organized by Vanity Fair, Female Quotient, and Audemars Piguet, aimed to support entrepreneurs and inspire change.
Biles took to Instagram to share a carousel of photos from the event, including one with Williams. She captioned it simply as “Goated conversations,” acknowledging their shared status as two of the greatest athletes of all time. Serena Williams echoed similar sentiments on her post, celebrating their conversation and support for one another.
Despite their mutual respect and admiration, not all comments on Biles’ post were positive. One user asked her to “humble herself,” to which Biles responded gracefully with “Oh, there’s always one. Imao.” Williams supported Biles with a simple “Love” in her comment.
Empowerment Beyond the Court
The event was a platform for meaningful discussions beyond athletics. Serena Williams spoke passionately about her venture capital work, emphasizing breaking barriers and empowering entrepreneurs of color. Biles, on the other hand, shared her insights on mental health and how she uses her platform to advocate for positive change.
Impactful Conversations and Attendees
The evening brought together notable attendees like Danielle Pierson, founder of the email newsletter company ‘The Newsette,’ and Vanity Fair’s editor-in-chief Radhika Jones. Their collaboration highlighted themes of empowerment and innovation, showcasing their commitment to making a positive impact beyond their sports careers.