Why Serena Williams was completely right

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This article explores the reasons behind Serena Williams' outburst against the chair umpire during the final of the US Open. The article contextualises Williams' 'outburst' within the racial politics of the US and gender discrimination experienced by women on the tennis circuit.

Period10 Sept 2018

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  • TitleWhy Serena Williams was completley right
    Degree of recognitionNational
    Media name/outletThe New Daily
    Media typeWeb
    Duration/Length/Size800 words
    Country/TerritoryAustralia
    Date10/09/18
    DescriptionThis article analyses Serena Williams' outburst against the chair umpire during the final of the US Open. It contextualizes Williams' actions within the racial politics of the US and the on-court discrimination experienced by women on the tennis circuit
    Producer/AuthorTom Heenan
    URLhttps://thenewdaily.com.au/sport/tennis/2018/09/10/serena-williams-completely-right/
    PersonsThomas Heenan
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