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Serena Williams wins first US Open set vs Kovinic; celebrities in the stands

Serena announced her plans to retire August 11


AUGUST 29, 2022 8:55 PM EDT

Serena Williams just beat Danka Kovinic 6-3 in her first set of what’s anticipated to be her last U.S. Open. It’s all going down at the Arthur Ashe Stadium in Flushing Meadows in New York City, and celebrities have been spotted in the stands enjoying the games. Check out pictures of the match along with the stars in the stands.

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Serena Williams

Serena looks fashionable but ready for battle in a figure skating-inspired Nike dress composed of six layers to represent all the titles she has won at the Slam, per Yahoo! She also rocked jewels in her hair.

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Hugh Jackman

Hugh Jackman looked classy in a navy suit and was on his feet cheering next to Rebel Wilson.

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Alexis Ohanian

Of course her supportive husband, Alexis Ohanian, is also at the US Open.

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Anna Wintour

Anna Wintour sat in the stands with her famous sunglasses.

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Vera Wang

Designer Vera Wang was also in attendance.

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Alexis Olympia

A mini celebrity in her own right, Serena’s daughter Alexis Olympia, channeled mom with her hair, and wore a watching outfit.

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Rebel Wilson

Rebel Wilson has been sharing moments from her time at the tournament on Instagram.

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Bill Clinton

Former President Bill Clinton was spotted in the stands next to German-American sex therapist and talk show host, Dr. Ruth.

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Williams and Kovinic

Coincidently, after announcing her plans to retire, she is playing at the same location where she won her first U.S. Open in 1999 when she was 17.

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Anthony Anderson

Actor Anthony Anderson watched the game next to Jackman.

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Mike Tyson

Boxer Mike Tyson looked happy to be in the stands watching the game.

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Spike Lee

Director Spike Lee was also there ready to watch some epic swings.