Serena Williams admitted she goes into the French Open still nursing an Achilles problem but with a positive mindset as she continues her pursuit of a 24th Grand Slam singles title. Margaret Court's record appears to slide ever so slightly further out of reach with every passing slam, and Williams addressed the media at Roland Garros on the day she turned 39. Serena Williams heads into the French Open with an injury problem but is confident in winning'But I could have guaranteed and pretty much bet my life that I would not have been playing at 39. Williams has made no secret of the fact her pursuit of slam titles is the reason she is still in the sport. Former world number one Mats Wilander thinks the odds are now against Williams equalling Court's record.

Source: Daily Mail September 26, 2020 15:50 UTC