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Serena Williams is a Barbie Role Model

Serena Williams has become the first tennis player to be honored with a Barbie Role Model doll, joining an elite group of accomplished women across various fields. The doll is dressed in her iconic 2005 Australian Open outfit—a bright yellow and white Nike kit—replicating the look she wore when she defeated Lindsay Davenport in three sets to claim the title.

This recognition holds special significance for Williams, who is a mother of two young daughters, marking one of the most meaningful achievements of her legendary career. Earlier this year, her sister Venus Williams also received a Barbie Inspiring Women Series doll, further cementing the Williams sisters' influence beyond the court.

Meanwhile, speculation about Serena’s potential return to professional tennis remains alive, with hints from close friend Caroline Wozniacki suggesting she may compete again in 2027. Williams, a seven-time Australian Open champion, last won a major in 2017 while pregnant with her daughter Olympia, adding a poignant layer to any future comeback.

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