Stephen Curry Went Against Popular Opinion in Bold Stance on Serena Williams’ Infamous On-Court Breakdown

Warriors guard Stephen Curry and tennis ace Serena Williams have been friends for a long time now. As a matter of fact, they have shot multiple commercials together as well. Back in 2018, the 23-time Grand Slam champion faced the highly talked about controversy in the US Open finals against Naomi Osaka. Interestingly, Curry was one of the many people who stood up for Williams.

Aside from being a one of a kind shooter, Stephen Curry has developed a sensational off-court brand for himself. He is also an extremely popular figure in the celebrity world. A 3-time NBA champion, he has been Golden State’s marquee player for years now.

Meanwhile, Serena Williams needs no introduction whatsoever. While a huge section of the media criticized Williams for her outrage, ‘Chef Steph’ certainly wasn’t one of them. In fact, he lauded the American for her grace and elegance.

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Stephen Curry came in support of Serena Williams after US Open 2018 saga

In what was one of the most highly anticipated women’s finals, the queen Serena Williams took on the rising star Naomi Osaka in the US Open 2018 final. However, the brilliant encounter was overshadowed by a mid-match rant from Serena, against the chair umpire.

Following Osaka’s historic win, the tennis world lashed out at the former World No.1 for her on-court meltdown. Contrarily, Curry defended her, claiming that she handled it very well.

Apr 24, 2022; Denver, Colorado, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) during the fourth quarter against the Denver Nuggets of the first round for the 2022 NBA playoffs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

“The way Serena handled the situation, I think she handled it with such grace and class,” said the 8-time All-Star. “At the end of the day, I hope everybody understands and celebrates Naomi because she’s the U.S. Open champion and that’s pretty dope.”

During the game, Williams called umpire Carlos Ramos a ‘thief’ and told him that he owed her an apology. In an emotional post-match trophy ceremony, Serena consoled a crying Osaka amidst boos from the crowd.

NEW YORK, NY – SEPTEMBER 08: Serena Williams (R) of the United States comforts Naomi Osaka (L) of Japan after Osaka won the Women’s Singles finals match on Day Thirteen of the 2018 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2018 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo by Chris Trotman/Getty Images for USTA)

In spite of what unfolded in the final, Curry is definitely right in saying Serena handled the situation well after the match. What do you think of the entire saga? Comment below.

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