They were sworn enemies for two decades, but Serena Williams has given her old rival Maria Sharapova the ultimate tribute.

Serena Williams was not afraid to make a cheeky joke while inducting Maria Sharapova into tennis Hall of Fame.

Williams, 43, also spoke fondly of Sharapova’s character, adding: “She reminds me a lot of Venus. Maria is honest. She gets ...

Williams reflected on her 2004 Wimbledon final loss to Sharapova while introducing the Russian into the Hall of Fame.

Maria Sharapova and doubles legends Bob and Mike Bryan were formally inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame on ...