Rio 2016: At least I was able to make it to Rio, says Serena after loss
Updated On: 10 August, 2016 02:31 PM IST | IANS
World number one women tennis player Serena Williams was disappointed by her defeat against Ukraine's Elina Svitolina (6-4, 6-3) and regretted the missed opportunity at the 2016 Olympics
USA's Serena Williams reacts after losing a point during her women's third round singles tennis match agaisnt Ukraine's Elina Svitolina at the Olympic Tennis Centre of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. Pic/AFP
Rio de Janeiro: World number one women tennis player Serena Williams was disappointed by her defeat against Ukraine's Elina Svitolina (6-4, 6-3) and regretted the missed opportunity at the 2016 Olympics.
"It was a great opportunity. It didn't work out the way I wanted it to be, but at least I was able to make it to Rio. That was one of my goals," the reigning Olympic gold medallist said on Tuesday, reports Efe news.
Serena Williams. Pic/ AFP
"It was awesome and fun, but it's over now," said the 35-year-old tennis superstar.
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About the match, the world number one said: "Obviously, I am very disappointed. The better player won today but I can't wait for next time. That will be a really good match and I look forward to it," Williams said.
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