The WTA's Elephant in the Room: The Williams Sisters and Indian Wells

by TGIGreeny

The WTA’s Elephant in the Room: The Williams Sisters and Indian Wells
 I'm sure we've all heard of the Williams sisters' outraged self-exile from Indian Wells, due to racist comments and spirited boos against them. If you haven't, this is the story: Wednesday, March 14, 2001 — Indian Wells, Calif. Venus Williams wins a quarterfinal match versus Elena Dementieva to set up a Thursday night semifinal between Venus and Serena Williams . From Dementieva’s news …
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Venus Williams


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Venus Williams


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RT @Inspire_Us: You have to believe in yourself when no one else does- that makes you a winner right there. -Venus Williams – by cOffysOul (Letlaka Tsotetsi)

RT @Inspire_Us: You have to believe in yourself when no one else does- that makes you a winner right there. -Venus Williams – by MariKalabakas (Mari Helen)

RT @Inspire_Us: You have to believe in yourself when no one else does- that makes you a winner right there. -Venus Williams – by mslennon (Gina Lowe Lennon)

Venus Williams Trivia!
I know Serena retains the #1 ranking by getting to the finals. What will the new rankings look like on Monday for Venus?

Answer by sportsfan925
Venus might move up a spot to 5th. She will earn just a few points for reaching semis, having to defend 250 from last year. While Zvonereva had to defend 450, and lost early. In my mind however, Serena and Venus are clearly 1-2 in the world, for they have been most consistent, and when healthy, the best out there. They dont play 25-30 tournaments as others do, and still high in rankings. Those that play all those tournaments wouldnt be ranked as high.
Venus has been quite steady since late last season, and I expect her to keep climbing.