Serena Williams says her marriage is “not bliss” without work.
Serena Williams
The 39-year-old tennis star tied the knot with Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian in 2017, and has said their relationship only works because they both put the effort in to communicate and keep things afloat.
Speaking in a video for dating app Bumble, she said: "Marriage is not bliss. But it can be if you work at it.”
The sports star also revealed her number one “dealbreaker” in any relationship is not having “loyalty”, and shared some key advice when it comes to dealing with heartbreak.
She added: "Heartbreak is a part of life, whether it be a loved one, a boyfriend, or an animal. But time heals all wounds."
Serena has three-year-old daughter Alexis Olympia with her husband, and previously said she finds it tough to be a working mother.
She said: "I am not sure who took this picture but working and being a mom is not easy. I am often exhausted, stressed, and then I go play a professional tennis match. We keep going. I am so proud and inspired by the women who do it day in and day out. I’m proud to be this baby’s mama @olympiaohanian. #nofilter #nomakeup #nohairbursh lol #justme (sic)"
And the beauty also said she finds it "really kind of painful" being away from her baby daughter.
She explained: "I actually prefer playing in the day because I get to go home and see my baby. I’ve been missing her the last few nights when I play. In the beginning she would really be upset when I left. And now she’s a little bit better. I think I’m a little more upset. But at the same time, she definitely still takes it a little hard. She’s still super young."
Serena revealed that while it's tough not always being there for her daughter, she thinks it is "good for her" to be able to work still.
She added: “You know, it’s hard. Sometimes my heart literally aches when I’m not around her. But, you know, it’s good for me, I guess, to keep working and just - to all moms out there that it’s not easy. It’s really kind of painful. Sometimes you just have to do what you have to do."
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