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Serena Williams and Meghan Markle: A Friendship Shrouded in Mystery
The relationship between tennis legend Serena Williams and Duchess Meghan Markle has taken some unexpected turns lately, leaving fans and followers scratching their heads.
Despite their seemingly warm exchanges on Meghan's podcast, “Archetypes,” rumors suggest that the bond between these two iconic women may not be as strong as it appears.
In a recent revelation from Tom Bauer's book “Revenge,” journalist Sam Kashner shared insights indicating that Meghan and Serena aren't exactly best friends.
This revelation contrasts sharply with the affectionate comments they exchanged during the podcast, where they seemed to admire each other endlessly.
However, a subsequent interview featuring Serena and her sister Venus unveiled a surprising twist—Serena claimed she didn't really know Meghan at all.
What's even more intriguing is the speculation surrounding Serena's mother, Orosini Price.
Sources suggest that she may not hold Meghan in high regard.
Evidence comes from a video clip during a tennis match at the US Open, where Orosini reportedly ignored Meghan entirely, leaving the Duchess looking rather uncomfortable.
Adding fuel to the fire, it's rumored that Meghan was advised against attending that particular match, yet she showed up anyway, coincidentally witnessing Serena's loss.
In a bizarre turn of events, this same match saw Meghan allegedly flirting with Serena's husband, Alexis Ohanian.
Footage captured moments that raised eyebrows, including Meghan's supposed wardrobe malfunction, which sparked further gossip.
It's worth noting that before her royal days, Meghan shared a photo with Serena on social media, tagging it with #friends, which some have deemed overly eager.
As the dust settles, the question arises: could there be a strategic element to their relationship?
With Serena now retired from tennis, some speculate that she might be leveraging Meghan's celebrity status to stay relevant in the media.
However, this strategy seems to have backfired during their podcast conversation, where Meghan dominated the dialogue, often steering the focus back to herself.
Listeners were left wondering if Serena was merely a guest in her own story.
For instance, when Serena attempted to share a personal anecdote about her daughter's injury, Meghan quickly interjected with a dramatic tale of her own son Archie nearly facing a life-threatening incident.
This pattern continued throughout the episode, with Meghan mentioning herself over 200 times in just over 50 minutes.
The dynamics of their friendship—or lack thereof—have led to widespread speculation.
While Serena seemed to publicly praise Meghan during the podcast, her past comments hint at a more complicated relationship.
Why would Serena deny being close to Meghan?
Allegedly, it was Meghan who suggested that Serena downplay their friendship, creating an air of confusion.
The public's fascination with this duo isn't just about tennis or royalty; it's also about the narratives they create.
Serena attended Harry and Meghan's wedding, but the Sussexes were notably absent from her own nuptials in 2017, leading to questions about the depth of their connection.
This selective attendance raises eyebrows about the true nature of their friendship.
Moreover, the tennis world has its own superstitions, much like the NRL in Australia.
Some speculate that Orosini's cold demeanor towards Meghan stems from her perceived flirtation with Alexis.
This adds another layer to the already tangled web of their relationships.
As fans continue to dissect every interaction between Meghan and Serena, one thing remains clear: their friendship is anything but straightforward.