Two more marquis players have signed on to compete in this year’s historic 35th anniversary celebration at the Family Circle Cup. World No. 7 Serena Williams and World No. 8 Venus Williams have officially entered the 2008 Family Circle Cup.
As former World No. 1 players with 14 Grand Slam titles between them, they join World No. 1 Justine Henin in a strong player field that now boasts three women who have held this prestigious ranking. Serena Williams is an 8-time Grand Slam champion who is making her fifth appearance in Charleston. Venus Williams is a 6-time Grand Slam champion making her fourth appearance at the Cup where she won the title in 2004. The 2008 Family Circle Cup draw will also include defending champion and current World No. 4 Jelena Jankovic as it celebrates its over three decades in women’s professional tennis April 12 - 20th at the Family Circle Tennis Center in Charleston, SC.
“Serena and Venus Williams are true champions who bring excitement to every tournament they enter,” noted Robin Reynolds, Family Circle Cup Tournament Director. “Each sister has had great success at the Cup and they both have such a huge fan base here at this event. Having these two superstars enter our tournament makes our 35th anniversary even more special.”
Throughout her illustrious career, Serena Williams’ accomplishments have made an indelible mark on the world of women’s professional tennis. With 28 singles titles including eight Grand Slam championships, the most among active players, this 26-year-old former World No. 1 has notched over 350 singles wins, $18 million in career earnings, and also won a US Olympic Gold medal with her sister Venus in doubles at the 2000 Olympic Games. Having spent seven years in the Top 10, including 2007 where her dramatic comeback was highlighted by a return to the Top 10 driven by her third Australian Open championship and the Tier I Sony Ericsson Open title in Miami, Serena continues to be a major contender at any event she enters.
“I really enjoy playing in Charleston and can’t wait to return,” commented Serena Williams. “I have so many wonderful memories from that event both on and off the court.” Serena has made four appearances in Charleston and holds a 7-4 record at this event having notched her best result as a finalist at the 2003 Family Circle Cup. She was named the 2004 Family Circle / Prudential Financial “Player Who Makes a Difference” for her outstanding contributions of time and energy to worthy charitable causes.
While competing in Charleston, Serena has participated in many clinics and has made numerous appearances at schools as well as charitable and community organizations. Serena co-starred with her sister in an ABC Family reality TV show "Venus and Serena: For Real" in 2005, part of which was filmed in Charleston.
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