It's easy to stand back, but to move forward and take a chance, that takes a little more guts, a little more courage.
Venus WilliamsWell, when I walk behind short people I feel like I'm going to fall over because I start taking these little steps, and I can't take little steps.
Venus WilliamsMy ambition is to enjoy my life and to do exactly what I want to do. And I'll do that. I will be free.
Venus WilliamsIf Id lived prior to the 1980s, it would have been different, because I would have been playing to prove African Americans are equal. Now, I dont necessarily feel I have to play for black people, because obviously theyre doing everything in all sports. If I can go out there and play for myself and not feel I have to stand for something other than what I want to do, thats good.
Venus Williams