When it comes to tennis, the legacy of the great Williams sisters is impossible to overlook.

Venus and Serena Williams both have displayed extraordinary commitment and determination, crafting careers that continue to inspire modern athletes.

Their childhood coach, Rick Macci, has often spoken about the unwavering dedication the two showcased from the beginning.

In a recent social media update, Macci again highlighted Venus Williams’ remarkable focus and discipline long before her sister Serena joined her in dominating the sport.

Apart from Richard Williams, Macci trained Serena and Venus from an early age and helped them become two dominant athletes in their sport.

He has always been in awe of the legendary Williams sisters and often spoke about how grateful he feels receiving the opportunity to coach two Grand Slam winner players.

Last year, he tweeted highlighting how he was sure about Serena and Venus Williams’ success which inspired him to financially and physically help them in their career.

“Asked how many times been approached to do what I did financially and personally for the Williams family and Roll the Dice on such a Long Shot. To many to count but it was not a Long Shot but a Sure Shot as there only ONE or should I say TWO @serenawilliams @Venuseswilliams,” he tweeted on X highlighting his admiration for his pupils.

Now, Macci dropped another tweet in favor of Venus Williams’ incredible commitment to hard work which even left him surprised.

“4 years age 10 to14 without playing a tournament just practice matches. Gets wildcard into WTA event. Beats number 52 and almost beats number 1 in the world. Venus shocked the world and in rear view mirror a little sister that might be better. @Venuseswilliams @serenawilliams,” Macci tweeted. His statement highlighted how the elder sister of Serena Williams committed herself to practice.

4 years age 10 to14 without playing a tournament just practice matches. Gets wildcard into WTA event. Beats number 52 and almost beats number 1 in the world. Venus shocked the world and in rear view mirror a little sister that might be better. @Venuseswilliams @serenawilliams

— Rick Macci (@RickMacci) December 30, 2024

Interestingly, Macci’s intense dedication to the Williams sisters started from his love for their family. When the famous coach saw Venus practicing for the first time, he told Richard Williams that Venus was the “next female Micheal Jordan.”

However, the Williams sisters’ father promised Macci that he had two Micheal Jordans in his family referring to his youngest one, Serena Williams.

Later, Macci also revealed that Serena Williams had the thing to become successful because she was always competitive. Macci delved deeper into it with an Essentiallysports correspondent and surprised the audience with stunning relations.

Rick Macci explains Serena Williams’ competitiveness since the beginning

Williams sisters’ childhood coach Rick Macci said in an interview that Serena Williams was always very competitive with an urge to come first at everything she did.

Macci also joked about how she would apply it to anything, even if there is a piece of chicken on the tabletop.

Williams’ competitiveness helped her to gain a strong determination that fuelled her illustrious professional career.

“It was her competitiveness. It didn’t matter, if there was like a piece of chicken on the table she pushed Venus out of the way to get it. She had to be the first to take a drink. She was always like had to be first, she was so competitive,” he said.

Serena and Venus Williams inspire generations with their spirit and resilience. The sisters’ performance wasn’t just brilliant but their commitment to the sport left a mark on the fraternity’s heart.

That legacy remained still, two years after Serena Williams’ retirement and it showcased how as athletes Serena and Venus Williams created an invincible image that is never going to fade.