Renowned tennis player Serena Williams has commended WNBA rookie Caitlin Clark for her grounded attitude in dealing with the intense media attention surrounding her. Speaking at the Tribeca Festival, where her docuseries "In the Arena: Serena Williams" premiered, Williams offered praise and advice to the young basketball star.

Williams expressed her admiration for Clark's ability to stay grounded and revealed that Clark, like herself, avoids looking at social media. The tennis legend emphasized the importance of continuing to focus on one's own path despite any negativity that may arise from others.

Reflecting on her own experiences, Williams disclosed that she had faced significant challenges and negative attention during her early rise to stardom. She acknowledged that the issues she encountered at that time would likely result in public backlash if they occurred today. However, Williams highlighted Clark's strength in handling adversity and encouraged her to remain true to herself.

Clark, who recently completed her collegiate career and is now playing her rookie season in the WNBA, has shown resilience both on and off the court. Despite facing verbal and physical slights, she has consistently taken the high road and maintained her composure.

In April, Williams revealed her interest in potentially owning a WNBA team in the future, expressing her enthusiasm for the growth of women's sports. Following Clark and Iowa's national championship loss to South Carolina, which attracted an astounding 18.9 million viewers, Williams believed that women's sports had finally garnered the recognition they deserved. She expressed a desire to further uplift other women's sports such as soccer and basketball.

As both a successful athlete and advocate for women's sports, Williams' praise for Clark's ability to navigate the pressures of publicity is a testament to the young star's maturity and resilience. With the support of athletes like Williams, Clark's impact on and off the court is set to continue growing as she leads by example and inspires future generations of athletes.