Serena Williams Leaves US Open After Doubles Loss Without Press Conference

Serena Williams departed the US Open shortly after losing a first-round doubles match with her sister Venus Williams, leaving the venue without attending a required press conference.

The match, held on Friday night, saw the Williams sisters lose to Hao-Ching Chan and Maya Joint. Following the defeat, Serena left the Arthur Ashe court and the stadium in a car, while Venus remained to head to the locker room, adhering to standard protocol.

The United States Tennis Association (USTA) confirmed that neither sister would face fines for skipping the press conference, despite the requirement for players to attend if requested by media. This decision has led to speculation about favoritism towards the Williams sisters, as they have previously faced penalties for similar actions.