Published 17:53 IST, January 10th 2020
Serena Williams responds to questions about Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's Royal split
When she was asked about Megan Markle and Prince Harry during the post-match interaction, Serena promptly announced that she will not be talking about it.
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Prince Harry and Megan Markle’s decision to quit as senior Royals has sent out shock waves. media is busy speculating what decision means for British Royal Family and young couple. Serena Williams, who is a close friend of Duke and Duchess of Sussex, has refused to comment on issue. On Wednesday, Prince Harry and his wife anunced that y were stepping back from ir duties as senior royals and would spend ir time between UK and rth America.
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re are rumours that couple did t consult Queen or Prince of Wales about ir anuncement. Reports suggest that y h only begun to discuss ir future roles with monarch when y went public. Understandably, mood in Buckingham palace is glum.
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Serena Williams on Meghan Markle and Prince Harry
Serena Williams and Markle share a close friendship. actress even cheered on her friend at Wimbledon and US Open. Serena Williams is currently playing in ASB Classic in Auckland where she won against Christina McHale 3-6 6-2 6-3. When she was asked about Megan Markle and Prince Harry during post-match media interaction, Serena Williams promptly anunced that she will t be talking about it.
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Serena Williams has never been shy to talk about her relationship with Markle. Last year, she spoke at length about her friendship, after actress flew to US to watch tennis star play in US Open final. Serena Williams praised Megan Markle for coming out to support her despite having a newborn to take care of.
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Serena Williams h said that Markle’s gesture showed what a fantastic person she is. Serena Williams said that ir relationship was so close that she can call Megan Markle any time to vent, cry or discuss and she would always be re for her. Duke and Duchess’ decision has met with severe criticism with many accusing m of trying to shun ir duties while continuing to take public money until y can make a fortune of ir own.
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17:53 IST, January 10th 2020