By George Ramsay, CNNUpdated 1144 GMT (1944 HKT) September 1, 2022 Serena Williams defeated Anett Kontaveit in the second round of the US Open. (CNN)It was a performance that had Tiger Woods on his feet and pumping his fist — a sight usually witnessed on the 18th hole of a golf course, rather than the stands of Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Serena Williams progressed to the third round of the US Open in what could be the final singles tournament of her career, beating Estonian second seed Anett Kontaveit 7-6 2-6 6-2 on Wednesday evening.
Williams was buoyed and cheered on every point by the packed home crowd. That included Woods, who watched the drama unfold with his partner, Erica Herman, from Williams' player's box. «It was a privilege to watch greatness.
Congrats @serenawilliams,» the 15-time major champion tweeted after the match.Later, Williams paid tribute to Woods and his influence over the later stages of her tennis career.