• 23-time grand slam champion cites family reasons for decision
  • 40-year-old suggests US Open will be her final tournament

Serena Williams has confirmed she will retire from tennis after a career that has seen her win 23 grand slam singles titles.

The 40-year-old broke the news in an article for Vogue published on Tuesday.

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