*_Serena Williams Awarded Princess of Asturias for Sports 2025_* *Award and Recognition* * Serena Williams received the prestigious Princess of Asturias Award for Sports 2025 in Spain. * The award honors excellence in various fields such as sports, arts, literature, and more. * Organizers praised Serena as “one of the greatest tennis players in history” and recognized her advocacy for gender equality and equal opportunities in sports and society. *Career Highlights* * Won 73 career singles titles including 23 Grand Slams. * Announced stepping away from tennis in 2022 to focus on family and business. *Prize Details* * The award carries a prize of 50,000 euros (approximately $57,000). * Presented annually in Oviedo, Spain, by Princess Leonor. * Past sports awardees include Lindsey Vonn, IOC Refugee Olympic Team, and New Zealand rugby team. *Three Major Career Milestones* * 1999: First Grand Slam Title * 2012: Olympic Singles Gold * 2017: Australian Open and 23rd Grand Slam Title