Tennis legend Serena Williams is set to receive one of the highest honors in American sports. The four-time Olympic gold medalist has officially been named to the United States Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame, as part of its 2025 induction class. The induction ceremony will take place on July 12 in Colorado Springs, Colorado, following the announcement made on Tuesday.
A Golden Legacy on the Olympic Stage
Serena Williams' Olympic journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. She captured singles gold at the 2012 London Olympics, a crowning achievement in her decorated career. Alongside her sister, Venus Williams, Serena also clinched three doubles gold medals—in 2000 (Sydney), 2008 (Beijing), and 2012 (London). Together, the Williams sisters became the most successful doubles team in Olympic tennis history.
Part of a Star-Studded 2025 Class
Williams will join a group of elite athletes, coaches, and contributors in the Class of 2025. This year’s class includes:
Steve Cash (sled hockey)
Gabby Douglas (artistic gymnastics)
Anita DeFrantz (legend: rowing)
Allyson Felix (track and field)
Susan Hagel (Para archery, Para track and field, wheelchair basketball)
Flo Hyman (legend: indoor volleyball)
Kerri Walsh Jennings (beach volleyball)
Mike Krzyzewski (coach: basketball)
Phil Knight (special contributor; Nike co-founder)
Bode Miller (alpine skiing)
Marla Runyan (Para track and field)
2010 Four-man Bobsled Team
2004 Women's Wheelchair Basketball Team
Honoring Excellence, Legacy, and Impact
USOPC CEO Sarah Hirshland shared her excitement for the upcoming class:
“We’re proud to welcome the Class of 2025 into the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame and to honor the extraordinary accomplishments they’ve made as representatives of Team USA.
This induction celebrates not only their remarkable performances and lasting impact but also acknowledges the essential contributions of those who supported their journeys every step of the way. Earning a place in the Hall of Fame is no small feat—especially given the incredible talent across this year’s group of finalists.”
Serena’s Unmatched Tennis Career
Serena Williams has long been a trailblazer in women’s tennis. A 23-time Grand Slam singles champion, she’s widely considered one of the greatest players in the sport’s history. She held the world No. 1 ranking for 319 weeks, finishing five seasons as the year-end No. 1.